Ford Fusion: Towing
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer
This section guides you in the
proper loading of your vehicle,
trailer, or both. Keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design
rating capability, with or without
a trailer...
WARNING: Do not exceed
the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the certification
label.
WARNING: Towing trailers
beyond the maximum
recommended gross trailer
weight exceeds the limit of your
vehicle and could result in engine
damage, transmission damage,
structural damage, loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover
and personal injury...
Other information:
Special Tool(s)
MASTERTECH MTS-4000 ANALYZER257-00018
EngineEAR107-R2100Chassis EarsJSP97170 Squeak And Rattle Kit164-R4900
Marksman Ultrasonic Leak DetectorTRATP-9370
Diagnostic Theory
The shortest route to an accurate diagnosis results from:
System knowledge, including comparison with a known good system...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Disconnect the negative battery cable...