Front Strut and Spring Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford C-Max. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

NOTE: Do not use power tools to remove or install the stabilizer bar link nuts or damage to the stabilizer bar link ball joints or boots may occur.

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

1.

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this service information, REFER to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .

2.

Refer to: Wheel and Tire .

3.

NOTE: Do not use power tools to remove or install the stabilizer bar link nuts or damage to the stabilizer bar link ball joints or boots may occur.

NOTE: Do not hold the stabilizer bar link boot with any tool or damage to the boot may occur.

NOTE: Use the internal or external hex-holding feature to prevent the ball and stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nuts. The link boot seal must not be allowed to twist while tightening the link nuts or damage to the boot seal will occur.

NOTE: The stabilizer bar links are designed with low friction ball joints that have a low breakaway torque.

Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

Torque:

1: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

2: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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4.

Refer to: Wiper Linkage Assembly .

5.

Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
Torque:

Stage 1: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

Stage 2: 180°

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6.

NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

Torque

: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

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