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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009FUSION SEL, 3.0 1, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1475 (FRONT SUSPENSION)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYSHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLYMATERIAL
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly: Material
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION Material
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ITEM SPECIFICATION TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound XG-3-A | ESE-M1C171-A |
Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber & Spring Assembly Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3C239 | Dust boot |
| 2 | 18A179 | Shock absorber rod protective cap |
| 3 | 18A161 | Shock absorber rod nut |
| 4 | 18183 | Shock absorber upper mount |
| 5 | 18184 | Shock absorber and lower mount assembly |
| 6 | 5793 | Spring upper seat |
| 7 | 5310 | Spring |
| 8 | 18198 | Jounce bumper |
| 9 | W302119 | Shock absorber-to-damper fork bolt |
| 10 | 3463 LH/3462 RH | Damper fork |
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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.