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:
The AWD system consists of the following:
Power Transfer Unit (PTU)
Rear driveshaft
AWD control module
Rear axle with coupling device
The
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is a gearbox that attaches to the
transmission. The PTU directs power to the rear driveshaft through a
helical gear spline coupled to the transmission differential case and
hypoid/helical ring gear assembl..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete
the backup power supply. Ignition must remain OFF until repair is
complete. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious
personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.
If a SRS fault is present, con..