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:
Configuration
Using the diagnostic scan tool, under the toolbox icon
select powertrain then select active on demand coupling barcode Entry.
Follow the instructions displayed on the diagnostic scan tool.
NOTICE:
If the active active on demand coupling bar code
information is not correct, rear drive unit (RDU) damage or driveability
concerns can occur...
Removal
All vehicles
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
Vehicles With: FWD
Disconnect the brake tube fitting.
Torque:
159 lb.in (18 Nm)
Remove the clip and detach t..