Ford Ecosport: Rear Suspension - AWD / Description and Operation - Rear Suspension - Overview
Overview
The rear suspension consists of the following components:
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Coil springs
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Upper and lower arms
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Shock absorbers
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Stabilizer bar and links
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Wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies
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Wheel knuckles
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Wheel studs
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Differential carrier and trailing arm bushes
The
rear suspension uses 2 parallel arms (1 upper and 1 lower). Each arm
has a mounting position to the differential carrier and an attachment at
the wheel knuckle. This suspension allows the wheels to react to road
imperfections independent of each other. The shock absorber mounts to
the lower arm and along with the spring, controls vertical movement. The
stabilizer bar and links control suspension lean/sway.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
204-161
(T97P-1175-A)
Installer, HalfshaftTKIT-1997-LM2TKIT-1997-F/FM2TKIT-1997-FLM2
204-348/3Remover/Installer, Wheel Hub/Wheel Bearing
205-D070
(D93P-1175-B)
Remover, Front Wheel Hub
308-095Installer, Input Shaft Bearing
308-604Installer, Output Drive Flange Seal
308-643Installer, Input..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the brake disc.
Refer to: Brake Disc (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).
Remove the bolts and brake disc.
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Overview
The
active grille shutter system (when equipped) is comprised of the grille
shutter assembly and the grille shutter actuator. The active grille
shutter system is primarily used to maximize fuel economy by reducing
aerodynamic drag on the vehicle. The active grille shutter system is
also used to shorten engine warm-up time, increasing engine efficiency
and providing heat to t..