Ford Fusion: Front Suspension / Wheel Studs. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Remove the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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Press the wheel stud from the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
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Inspect the wheel bearing and wheel hub for damage. Replace as necessary.
Installation
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Press the wheel stud into the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
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Install the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Spring Compressor
Vise
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Autolamps
WARNING: The system does not
relieve you of your responsibility to drive
with due care and attention. You may
need to override the system if it does not
turn the headlamps on in low visibility
conditions, for example daytime fog.
Autolamps turn the headlamps on in low
light situations or when the wipers operate...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury...