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:
Adjustment
Apply the parking brake.
Position the selector lever in D .
If equipped with a 1.5L engine, remove the air filter.
Refer to: Air Cleaner (303-12B Intake Air Distribution and Filtering -
1...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
303-F072Support Bar, Engine
Oil Drain Equipment
Trolley Jack
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Wooden Block
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric CompoundXG-3-A
ESA-M1C200-AESE-M1C171-A
Removal
NOTICE:
Do not loosen or rem..