Ford Fusion: Driveline / Rear Drive Halfshafts
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
NOTE:
FWD shown AWD is similar...
Preliminary Inspection
Visually inspect the CV joints, housing, boots, and clamps for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is
found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next
step
If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and REFER to Symptom Chart: NVH...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the front door window glass.
Refer to: Front Door Window Glass (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation).
Remove the retainers from the front door upper trim and remove the front door upper trim...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
NOTE:
The PMI process must begin with the current DSM installed. If the current DSM does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, the tool may prompt for As-Built Data as part of the repair...