Ford Fusion: Front End Sheet Metal Repairs / Front Side Member Extension. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.
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Remove the underbody shields.
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Remove the front crossmember.
Refer to: Front Crossmember (501-27 Front End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the fasteners and side member extension.
Installation
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.
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NOTE:
Install and hand tighten all fasteners before tightening to specification.
Install the side member extension and fasteners.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (47 Nm)
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Install the front crossmember.
Refer to: Front Crossmember (501-27 Front End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).
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Install the underbody shields.
Removal
Remove the underbody shields.
Remove the fasteners and the front crossmember.
Installation
NOTE:
Install and hand tighten all fasteners before tightening to specification...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Hot Air Gun
Air Body Saw
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Materials
Name
Specification
Metal Bonding AdhesiveTA-1, TA-1-B, 3M™ 08115, LORD Fusor® 108B
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Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Removal
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Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
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. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fast..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Trolley Jack
Wooden Block
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Release the tab, remove the retainer and position the degas bottle aside.
Remove the retainers and the en..