Ford Ecosport: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Fender
Removal
NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the fender splash shield.
Refer to: Fender Splash Shield (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the headlamp assembly.
Refer to: Headlamp Assembly (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
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Release the retainers and remove the door frame moulding.
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Remove the fender insulation.
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Remove the fender baffle.
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Remove bolts and front bumper to fender bracket.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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Remove the fender mounting bracket bolts.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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Remove the fender to front reinforcement pillar bolt and the nut.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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Remove the upper mounting bolts and the fender.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
If equipped, remove the retainers and the under body shield.
Torque:
Stage 1:
13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
Stage 2:
22 lb...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Lower the steering column adjustment lock.
Fully extend and lower the steering column.
Release the tabs and disconnect the gap hider from the upper steering column shroud...
Check
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...