Ford Fusion: Towing
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer
This section guides you in the
proper loading of your vehicle,
trailer, or both. Keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design
rating capability, with or without
a trailer...
WARNING: Do not exceed
the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the certification
label.
WARNING: Towing trailers
beyond the maximum
recommended gross trailer
weight exceeds the limit of your
vehicle and could result in engine
damage, transmission damage,
structural damage, loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover
and personal injury...
Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-AMERCON® LV,
Check
Connect the diagnostic scan tool to the vehicle. Monitor the TFT
PID.
With the engine running in PARK on a level surface make
sure the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93° C
(185-200° F)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the retainer, release the clips, disconnect the electrical connector and remove the LH center instrument panel trim panel...