Ford Fusion: Front Suspension / Front Suspension - Overview. Description and Operation
Overview
The front suspension consists of the following components:
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Lower arms
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Stabilizer bar, bushings and links
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Strut and spring assemblies
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Wheel bearings
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Wheel hubs
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Wheel knuckles
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Wheel studs
Vehicles with Dynamic Suspension:
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Suspension height sensor
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Dynamically controlled strut and spring assemblies
Refer to: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension (204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension)
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The
front suspension uses a MacPherson strut system. This suspension system
incorporates a strut assembly that takes the place of the upper arm and
ball joint. The strut performs the function of a shock absorber and is
encompassed by a coil spring. The strut and spring assembly carries the
sprung weight of the vehicle and is also the pivot point for the
steering knuckle. This system uses a lower control arm and ball joint
for the lower (unloaded) pivot point of the steering knuckle.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
204-161
(T97P-1175-A)
Installer, HalfshaftTKIT-1997-LM2TKIT-1997-F/FM2TKIT-1997-FLM2
205-D070
(D93P-1175-B)
Remover, Front Wheel Hub
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
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...
Deactivation
NOTE:
After vehicle build, some vehicle modules are set in Transport mode including the IPC and the BCM. Transport mode reduces battery drain during longer periods where the vehicle is not used. While in transport mode, the IPC displays TRANSPORT MODE CONTACT DEALER
in the message center...