Ford Fusion: Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4 / Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection. General Procedures

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4 / Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection. General Procedures

Inspection

Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).

Check the wear patterns on the starter drive gear and the flywheel or flexplate ring gear. If the wear pattern is normal, then install the starter motor.
Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).

Ford Fusion. Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection. General Procedures

If the starter motor drive gear and the flywheel or flexplate ring gear are not fully engaging and the starter motor drive gear is scored or damaged, then install a new starter motor.
Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).

If the teeth on the flywheel or flexplate ring gear are scored or damaged, then install a new flywheel or flexplate.
Refer to: Flexplate (303-01A Engine - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).

Starting System. Diagnosis and Testing

Inspection and Verification Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...

Auto-Start-Stop Deactivation Switch. Removal and Installation

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Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Wheel Studs. Removal and Installation

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Hydraulic Press Removal Remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub. Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - FWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation)...

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Fuel Tank and Lines - Overview. Description and Operation

Fuel System NOTICE: Repairs of the fuel system are to be achieved only by replacement of the failed component(s). Repair of a fuel system component should not be attempted. NOTICE: If directed during assembly of fuel system components, lubricate any seal(s) only with specified material...

Child Safety Locks

When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside.

Ford Fusion. Child Safety Locks