Fusion FWD V6-3.5L (2010)
20. Remove the 2 outer tie-rod end cotter pins and nuts.
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Discard the cotter pins.
21. NOTICE: Do not use a hammer to separate the outer tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle may result.
Using the Ball Joint Separator, separate the outer tie-rod ends from the knuckle.
22. NOTE: Left side shown.
Remove the front lower arm-to-subframe bolts.
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Discard the bolts.
23. NOTE: Left side shown.
Remove the brake flexible hose bracket-to wheel knuckle bolts and position the hose and brackets aside.