Fusion FWD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2007)
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Vehicle
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in
major service expense. new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement
part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of
these parts.
CAUTION: Before tightening any suspension bushing fasteners, the suspension must be at the bushing fastener tightening position.
All vehicles
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles
2. Remove the toe link shield bolt.
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To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
3. Remove the pushpin and the shield.
All vehicles
4. Remove and discard the toe link inboard nut and bolt.
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To install, tighten the nut to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.) with the suspension at the bushing fastener tightening position.
5. Remove and discard the toe link outboard bolt and remove the toe link.
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To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.) with the suspension at the bushing fastener tightening position.
6. CAUTION: Before tightening any suspension bushing fasteners, the suspension must be at the bushing fastener tightening position. Use a suitable
jack to raise the suspension until the distance between the center of the hub and the lip of the fender is equal to 395 mm (15.55 inch).
