Ford Ecosport: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Fender Splash Shield

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Body and Paint / Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Fender Splash Shield

Removal

NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the Wheels and Tires.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

Remove the Front Fender Moulding.
Refer to: Front Fender Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).

- Remove the screws and washers.
- Remove the clips.
- Remove the rivet push pins.
- Remove the screws and washers.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Removal and Installation - Cowl Panel Grille

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm. Refer to: Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation)...

Removal and Installation - Engine Undershield

If equipped, remove the retainers and the under body shield. Torque: Stage 1: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm) Stage 2: 22 lb...

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Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual: General Procedures - Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance

Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within specifications to check the connecting rod bearing journal clearance. Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and connecting rod bearing...

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Description and Operation - Body - Overview

Insulation Insulation is used as a sound-deadener to reduce exterior road and powertrain noises from the interior of the vehicle. Mastic insulators are also used as insulation. Insulation is installed: under the roof. above and below the instrument panel...

Removal and Installation - Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit

Removal

NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.

Remove the timing chain.
Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01C Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
Remove the bolts and VCT units.
Discard the bolts.