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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FOCUS SES, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)SUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTSUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATIONDIAGNOSTIC TESTSSUSPENSION SYSTEMINSPECTION AND VERIFICATION
2007 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, Standard
Inspection and Verification
2007 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Inspection and Verification
- Road test the vehicle.
- Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a smooth road. If any vibrations are present, refer to NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS article.
- Inspect the tires.
- Check the tire pressures with all normal loads in the vehicle and the tires cold. Refer to the vehicle certification (VC) label.
- Verify that all tires are sized to specification. Refer to the VC label.
- Inspect the tires for incorrect wear and damage. Install new tires as necessary.
- Inspect the chassis and underbody.
- Remove any excessive accumulation of mud, dirt or road deposits from the chassis and underbody.
- Inspect for aftermarket equipment.
- Check for aftermarket changes to the steering, suspension and wheel and tire components (such as competition or heavy duty). The specifications shown in this article do not apply to vehicles equipped with aftermarket equipment.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical - Tire pressure(s)
- Wheels and tire(s)
- Wheel knuckle(s)
- Tie-rod end(s)
- Front suspension lower arm ball joint(s)
- Front suspension lower arm bushing(s)
- Front strut and spring assembly(ies)
- Front and rear stabilizer bar and link(s)
- Rear spring(s)
- Rear shock absorber(s)
- Rear suspension arm(s)
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Go to Symptom Chart .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.