Fusion FWD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2007)
Note: FWD Shown, AWD Similar,
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 wheel drive (AWD) vehicles
1. Remove the rear halfshafts.
2. Remove the RH side spring.
Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles
3. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
All vehicles
4. Remove the 2 stabilizer bar link upper nuts.
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Discard the nuts.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the 2 stabilizer bar link lower bolts and the stabilizer bar links.