Ford Fusion: Parking Aid / Elevation System Check. General Procedures
Check
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Turn the ignition ON, engine OFF.
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Set the parking brake.
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Place the gearshift in REVERSE (R) for rear parking aid sensors.
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Place the gearshift in DRIVE (D) for front parking aid sensors.
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Using a diagnostic scan tool, monitor the parking aid
sensor distance Parameter Identifications (PIDs) to verify no objects
are detected.
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If the audible warning is heard or if the Parameter
Identifications (PIDs) indicate an object is detected, check to make
sure the bumper is correctly installed and is not tilted downward so the
sensor is pointing at the ground. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing.
Check
NOTE:
The object used in this system check can be
fabricated using a 9 cm diameter (3 in I.D.) pipe, 100 cm (39 in) in
length (available as Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipe, or similar from a
hardware or plumbing supply...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All Sensors
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Overview
NOTICE:
Do not use leaded fuel in a vehicle equipped with a
catalytic converter. In a vehicle that is continually misfueled, the
lead in the fuel will be deposited in the catalytic converter and
completely blanket the catalyst. Lead reacts with platinum to "poison"
the catalyst...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the climate control housing - vehicles with: DATC.
Refer to: Climate Control Housing - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) (412-00 Climate Control System - General Information, Removal and Installation)...