Ford Ecosport: Suspension / Rear Suspension - FWD
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Spring Compressor
Vise
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric CompoundXG-3-A
ESA-M1C200-AESE-M1C171-A
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Item
Description
1
Shock absorber
2
Spring
3
Twist-beam rear axle
4
Rear axle bushing
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Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Carefully open the liftgate.
Remove the D-pillar moulding screws and remove the D-pillar moulding.
Installation
NOTE:
Make sure that a new component is installed.
Install the D-pillar moulding.
Torque:
15 lb.i..
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
If equipped, remove the bolts and the underbody shield.
Remove the bolts and the roll restrictor.
Remove the bolts and the ro..