Ford Fusion: Changing a Road Wheel / Stowing the Flat Tire Using the Retainer Strap (If Equipped)

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Owners Manual / Wheels and Tires / Changing a Road Wheel / Stowing the Flat Tire Using the Retainer Strap (If Equipped)

You can temporarily stow the full-size road wheel in the spare tire compartment.

Find the flat tire retainer strap tucked inside the jack channel.
Locate the jack bolt-down bracket. Push the retainer strap through the jack bolt-down bracket.
Put the jack and lug wrench away. Make sure you fasten the jack so it does not rattle when you drive.
Stow the flat tire on the floor in the cargo area.
Weave the retainer strap through the wheel openings.
Secure the flat tire by tying a flat knot.

Stowing the Flat Tire Without the Retainer Strap

You can temporarily stow the full-size road wheel in the spare tire compartment. Lift the carpeted wheel cover at an angle to access the spare tire compartment...

Technical Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™/2.0L EcoBoost™/2.5L

Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications WARNING: When you install a wheel, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel...

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Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill. General Procedures

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Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Roof Opening Panel Motor. Removal and Installation

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. On both sides, remove the A-pillar trim panel. Refer to: A-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation). On both sides, remove the B-pillar trim panel...

Power Door Locks

The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

Ford Fusion. Power Door Locks

Unlock. Lock.