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2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard

Removal And Installation

2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
Vehicle equipped with 3.0L engine, remove the EGR valve. For additional information, refer to ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 3.0L (4V) article.

NOTE: 2.3L engine shown, 3.0L engine similar.

Remove the rear transaxle insulator bracket.
1. Remove the rear transaxle insulator bracket bolt.
  - To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
2. Remove the 2 rear transaxle insulator bracket nuts.
  - To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
3. Remove the rear transaxle insulator-to-bracket through-bolt.
  - To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).

Fig 1: Rear Transaxle Insulator & Fasteners

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the 3 bolts and the rear transaxle mounting plate.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).

Fig 2: Rear Transaxle Mounting Plate & Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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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.