Ford Fusion: Changing a Road Wheel / Stowing the Flat Tire Using the Retainer Strap (If Equipped)

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Owners Manual / Wheels and Tires / Changing a Road Wheel / Stowing the Flat Tire Using the Retainer Strap (If Equipped)

You can temporarily stow the full-size road wheel in the spare tire compartment.

Find the flat tire retainer strap tucked inside the jack channel.
Locate the jack bolt-down bracket. Push the retainer strap through the jack bolt-down bracket.
Put the jack and lug wrench away. Make sure you fasten the jack so it does not rattle when you drive.
Stow the flat tire on the floor in the cargo area.
Weave the retainer strap through the wheel openings.
Secure the flat tire by tying a flat knot.

Stowing the Flat Tire Without the Retainer Strap

You can temporarily stow the full-size road wheel in the spare tire compartment. Lift the carpeted wheel cover at an angle to access the spare tire compartment...

Technical Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™/2.0L EcoBoost™/2.5L

Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications WARNING: When you install a wheel, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel...

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Unlock. Lock.