Ford Ecosport: Front Suspension / Description and Operation - Front Suspension - Overview
Overview
The front suspension consists of the following components:
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Lower arms
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Stabilizer bar, bushings and links
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Wheel bearings
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Wheel hubs
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Wheel knuckles
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Wheel studs
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Suspensions strut and spring assemblies
The
front suspension uses a MacPherson strut system. This suspension system
incorporates a strut assembly that takes the place of the upper arm and
ball joint. The strut performs the function of a shock absorber and is
encompassed by a coil spring. The strut and spring assembly carries the
sprung weight of the vehicle and is also the pivot point for the
steering knuckle. This system uses a lower control arm and ball joint
for the lower (unloaded) pivot point of the steering knuckle.
NOTE:
The ABS sensor
toothed ring is integrated into the wheel hub. Incorrect installation of
the wheel hub will cause a malfunction of the ABS .
NOTE:
The ball joint on the suspension arm cannot be renewed
separately in service. In service, the complete suspension arm must be
changed.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the cowl panel grille.
Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Removal
NOTE:
Factory welds may be substituted with resistance or metal
inert gas (MIG) plug welds...
Overview
The ABS system is comprised of the following subsystems which assist
the driver in maintaining control of the vehicle during braking:
ABS
EBD
The ABS helps maintain steering control by preventing the wheels
from locking up during hard braking...