Ford Fusion: 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.
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...
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...
Other information:
Low One Way Clutch
For low one way clutch operation,
REFER to: Transmission Description (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission – 6F35, Description and Operation).
REFER to: Low One-Way Clutch Assembly (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission – 6F35, Description and Operation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete
the backup power supply. Ignition must remain OFF until repair is
complete. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious
personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment...