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:
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WARNING:
Invisible ultraviolet and infrared rays emitted in welding
can injure unprotected eyes and skin. Always use protection such as a
welder's helmet with dark-colored filter lenses of the correct density.
Electric welding will produce intense radiation, therefore, filter plate
lenses of the deepest shade providing adequate visibility are
recommended. It is stro..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel.
Refer to: B-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Pull the release handle.
Slide the seatbelt shoulder height adjuster down..