Ford Ecosport: Rear Suspension - FWD / Removal and Installation - Spring
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
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WARNING:
Take extra care when handling the compressed spring.
NOTICE:
When installing a suitable spring compressor, use care not to damage the spring coating.
Compress the coil spring enough to relieve the tension and remove the spring.
Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor
Use the General Equipment: Vise
Installation
NOTE:
Make sure that the spring is correctly located in the upper and lower spring seat.
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Overview
The rear suspension consists of the following components:
Twist-beam axle (torsionally rigid axle)
Coil springs
Shock absorbers
Rear axle bushings
Wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies
Wheel studs
Characteristics of rear axle:
Single-pipe
gas shock absorbers with stable damping performance for optimum
handling...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Transmission Jack
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the Fuel Pump and Sender Unit.
Refer to: Fuel Pump and Sender Unit (310-01C Fuel Tank and Lines - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation)...
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
HVAC control module
2
Blower motor speed control
3
Blower motor
4
Air distribution door actuator
5
Blower motor relay
6
Air inlet door actuator
7
Temperature door actuator
8
PCM
9
Evaporator temperature sensor
10
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