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
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Adjustment
NOTICE:
A new frame assembly is not equipped with a motor. When a
motor is not installed, and the frame is moved, the cables/mechanisms
can experience free-play movement causing the timing to become out of
adjustment...
Removal
Remove the front seat.
Refer to: Front Seat (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation).
If equipped.
Release the lumbar knob retaining clip and remove the lumbar knob.
If equipped.
Release the height adjust handle locking tab and remove the height adjust handle...