It is quite obvious that any Ford chassis component must be in good condition. This is especially true for the suspension, since unlike the engine, which can fail and the Ford Fusion simply won’t go any further, the breakdown of some suspension elements while driving can lead to a serious accident.

1. In addition to obvious safety, the Ford Fusion chassis is responsible for a comfortable ride and good handling. The most dangerous thing is that in this case there will be a high probability of losing control the next time you hit an obstacle that has arisen on the road. Only regular diagnostics of the Ford Fusion chassis will allow you to avoid such a situation.

Diagnostics of the Ford Fusion chassis includes checking the elements:

• springs and shock absorbers;
• levers and supports (bearings on top, silent blocks on bottom);
• Ford Fusion stabilizer bushings;
• steering rods and rack;
• wheel bearings;
• CV joint

2. For experienced Ford Fusion owners, identifying a fault in the suspension is not difficult. Experience will tell them by the sound and its source what the problem is. In addition, the most common suspension faults sound almost the same in all cars.

Diagnostics of the Ford Fusion chassis should be carried out regularly, even without any hint of a malfunction. It is better to do this on a lift, but it is also possible on an ordinary overpass or inspection pit.

3. It is important to remember how a Ford Fusion behaves in good condition, then any malfunction in the future will be obvious. To understand that something is wrong with a car, you don’t need to be an experienced driver, much less an auto mechanic.

Most often, the following symptoms of malfunctions in the Ford Fusion chassis occur:

• sudden appearance of noise, knocking, rattling of the Ford Fusion chassis, which can either disappear or remain even on a completely flat road;
• too much roll when cornering and noticeable swaying of the body when going over bumps or when braking;
• random steering to the side, Ford Fusion pulls away when driving straight;
• uneven wear of tires.

4. Most often you can hear the knocking of the Ford Fusion suspension, it indicates that the rubber elements have worn out or the fasteners that hold them have become loose. There are a lot of rubber elements in the chassis; by and large, almost any suspension unit of a Ford Fusion can knock; as a result, in order to accurately identify the cause of the knock, the car must be inspected from below.

If you hear a crunching sound, especially when turning or sharply accelerating your Ford Fusion, then you can say with almost complete certainty that the reason lies in a malfunction of the Ford Fusion CV joint, the so-called grenade. Creaking most often occurs after replacing stabilizer bushings; this often indicates a low-quality bushing.

5. If the Ford Fusion begins to pull to the side, this often happens after going through rough holes and potholes, then you may have to do a wheel alignment (Ford Fusion wheel alignment). In the best case, this will eliminate the problem; in the worst case, something could be bent during an impact, from the steering rod to the steering knuckle.

If at least one of these symptoms occurs, it is necessary to diagnose the Ford Fusion chassis as soon as possible. Even the rules directly prohibit operation with a faulty suspension, not to mention the fact that it is simply dangerous.

6. A Ford Fusion suspension silent block that is not replaced in time, which is not that expensive, can lead to a broken arm, costing a hundred dollars. Many drivers drive without paying attention to the sounds that appear in the Ford Fusion chassis, and drive until the sound becomes completely critical, or until something simply falls off, this approach is simply absurd.

7. Periodic visual inspection of the Ford Fusion chassis will help save money, after all, if a cracked boot or cover is detected in time and promptly replaced, then the element that was protected by the boot will last longer. If, upon inspection of the Ford Fusion, a torn boot was discovered, then you can be sure that this suspension element will soon require replacement.

After checking all the anthers, you should begin diagnosing the elements of the Ford Fusion front suspension. The front suspension is more complex than the rear, it is subject to greater loads, and as a result, it breaks much more often. First, we inspect the Ford Fusion shock absorbers; there should be no dents or oil leaks on them. You can also try to swing the shock absorber to the sides; the swing amplitude should be insignificant.

But the easiest way to check the serviceability of this suspension element is to rock the Ford Fusion by pressing toward the ground the corner where the shock absorber being diagnosed is located. If, after applying pressure, the Ford Fusion, having returned to its original state, continued to rock up and down, this indicates a faulty shock absorber.

8. Next, the Ford Fusion chassis springs are inspected, Often their turns break off, so you need to inspect them for cracks and the integrity of all turns. But here you can also determine the functionality of the springs without looking under the car. To do this, you just need to pay attention to the ground clearance of the Ford Fusion; if the car has become noticeably lower, then this already indicates a malfunction of the springs, they have sagged and can no longer perform their function properly.

9. Ball and silent blocks are checked only from the bottom of the Ford Fusion. To diagnose them, it is better to use some kind of metal lever to make it easier to check everything for play; in a working car there should not be any. The stabilizer and link mounts of the Ford Fusion are checked in the same way. To check the wheel bearing, you need to rock the wheel; if there is play, this indicates a poor condition of the bearing.

Speaking about most Western-made cars, only a lazy driver does not note the discrepancy between their characteristics and the quality of long-suffering Russian roads, thus deliberately emphasizing the unsuitability of “bourgeois” cars for our realities. Well, we will probably not cope with the original Russian troubles anytime soon, but I want to drive good cars now! Therefore, it is especially valuable when a high-quality and inexpensive car appears on the car market that can easily overcome holes, puddles, potholes and other road vicissitudes, such as the Ford Fusion, as if created for Russians.

Speaking about most Western-made cars, only a lazy driver does not note the discrepancy between their characteristics and the quality of long-suffering Russian roads, thus deliberately emphasizing the unsuitability of “bourgeois” cars for our realities. Well, we will probably not cope with the original Russian troubles anytime soon, but I want to drive good cars now!

The American Ford Fusion, developed by the European branch of the Ford Motor Company in Germany and assembled there, is one of the best-selling Ford cars in Russia, second only to the Ford Focus in sales. The model got its name (Fusion in translation “fusion, symbiosis”) not for the sake of a catchphrase. The designers, assembling cars on the Ford Fiesta platform (fifth generation), quite successfully combined the business properties of a “parquet” all-terrain vehicle and a compact hatchback, so valued in our open spaces by both family people and amateur travelers. The creators themselves position their creation as a UAV - an active city car.
The main qualities of a hatchback Ford fusion" class="alink" href="http://reglinez.ru/auto/news/379 ">Ford Fusion: high ground clearance, perfect for traveling on urban and suburban off-road (and in the Russian outback it is sometimes impossible to distinguish one from the other) is of particular importance, a reliable level of safety and a comfortable, roomy interior combined with an affordable price - a really good alloy.
Today, the Ford Fusion is well equipped (and even the basic version includes 15-inch alloy wheels with 195/60 R15 tires, electric power steering, ABS with EBD, 4 airbags and 2 curtain airbags and many other “goodies”) you can buy for less than 600 thousand rubles. Ford Fusion is exactly the case when a decent car, being in the same price range as similar models in this class, has much more advantages.

Ford Fusion suspension:
Despite the fact that Fusion has the same size base as the Ford Fiesta (5th), the technical “similarity” of the car ends there. This compact van has:

Large dimensions in all respects. Thus, the length and height of the models differ by 100 mm, the width of the Fusion has increased by almost 40 mm. Any specialist in the car industry understands that the extra millimeters automatically moved the new car into the middle class.
Ford Fusion has increased ground clearance (200 mm). Despite this innovation, the Ford Fusion turned out to be quite stable. This was achieved due to its rather compact size. The car has maintained good maneuverability.
Stiffer suspension. The Ford Fusion's suspension is much stiffer than the base Fiesta's. Of course, as a result of this, the technology makes itself felt on road irregularities, but rolls and turns, even at high speeds, do not bother the car at all.
Optimal body glazing. Compared to the Fiesta, visibility has improved by 7%.
Additional body reinforcement. The front of the car is reinforced with a McPherson, and the rear with a reliable beam, which once again makes us suspect Ford workers of “tailoring” the car for Russian consumers.

How to make the suspension softer on a Ford Fusion

When buying a car, many car enthusiasts pay attention to external factors, and of course, the condition of the interior under the hood, but not everyone pays attention to the type of suspension. Such subtleties, as a rule, are taken into account by professionals or those who have already been burned at such moments.

The suspension can be hard or soft, but the buyer doesn’t particularly care about this. He relies on the manufacturer, who, in accordance with the technical parameters, installed the correct type of suspension. In general, the buyer is partly right; modern cars (with the exception of SUVs) are equipped with a soft suspension upon release. But here you need to take into account that depending on the model, a different type of suspension is installed. Manufacturers balance suspensions not just using one template for everyone, but taking into account all the features and technical characteristics of a particular model.

What are the differences in suspension types?

There is an opinion that a car completely reflects the character of the owner, that everyone chooses the color, engine power, interior comfort, body, etc. for yourself. Indeed, this may be partly true if a person really has the financial opportunity and automotive variety to make a full choice for himself.

So the situation is the same with the suspension; each owner chooses the type of suspension for himself, for example, when purchasing, during the process of testing the car on the track. Any driver will evaluate the installed suspension based on his driving style; hard or soft suspension is selected only on this basis. However, this is the standard - choosing the right suspension immediately upon purchase. After all, the suspension can be made both softer and stiffer, if necessary and after purchase.

A stiffer suspension is more suitable for powerful, sports cars and is also designed for smoother roads. Thanks to the rigid suspension, the car becomes maneuverable and easy to control. However, according to some data, such a suspension does not have a completely positive effect on the human body, although this is a conditional factor.

This is due to the fact that the stiffness of the suspension does not allow the car to move smoothly, without shocks, on roads where there are holes and potholes, and we have quite a lot of such roads. In general, we’ll include the feeling of shaking as a minus; as a plus, we can note that with such a suspension you won’t fall asleep while driving.

As for the soft suspension, it is worth noting that with it the car, albeit slightly, loses controllability. This is especially noticeable when making sharp turns at high speeds; you will clearly feel body roll, as well as the difficulty of keeping the car's steering wheel in a given direction. But this can be solved very simply by drivers; you just need to get used to the car a little and not drive recklessly when cornering.

Modern cars have already passed this threshold of extremes, when there were two conditions - either this or that. Manufacturers have long ago resolved this issue by installing air suspension. The beauty of this technological miracle is that the pneumatics are automatically adjusted to a number of vehicle parameters. The weight of the car, the condition of the road, the speed of movement, etc. are taken into account, in this situation you get an ideal ride. But as you understand, this is not a cheap pleasure and air suspension is not installed on a production conveyor car; this is the work of each car owner.

Softening the suspension yourself

After driving your new car for some time, you will feel all the advantages and disadvantages of a standing suspension; as a rule, this happens because of the roads, and you understand that you need a soft suspension.

You can do it yourself, but if you don’t want to tinker, then it’s easier for you to contact a car service and they will install a soft suspension for you in the shortest possible time.

If you do get to the point of replacing it yourself, then you can do this by replacing some parts of the suspension, and more precisely: by replacing tires, springs, shock absorbers and disks. It is recommended to assemble all these components and parts at once and replace them at the same time, then it will be correct and you will really feel the difference.

Here's what you need to do:

• Assess in general what is needed for the make and model of your car to completely replace the suspension. Buy springs with variable coil pitch, there are quite a lot of them, including domestic ones, it’s just a matter of your choice. Now replace the old ones with these springs;
• you will need new tires, of course, if possible it is recommended to choose decent imported rubber, preferably with a soft sidewall. Such tires will significantly reduce the feeling of holes, bumps and other road irregularities. But on soft tires it is recommended to monitor the speed and angle of rotation; if the turns are too sharp and sharp, there may be a break. Most often this happens when you fall into a hole with a torn edge;
• Now it’s time for the wheels, replace them with light alloy ones, and preferably with a larger offset, the car will handle much better. The discs will also affect the compression of the spring, which will be easier to compress, and accordingly, the suspension will become softer. It would not be a bad idea to increase the lever arm, but at the same time the inertial mass will increase slightly. However, everything here is interconnected; the weight gain will be offset by lighter wheels due to new wheels and tires. The disadvantage of discs with a large overhang is that they reduce the service life of the bearings due to the heavy load;
• soft-profile tires with a smaller radius are another condition for softening the suspension. It is, of course, worth considering to install an air suspension, which will take full control of the movement, depending on the speed and condition of the road. On sharp turns and at the start, the pneumatics significantly dampen the sway; of course, comfort in such a car increases noticeably. But when installing air suspension, you will have to shell out a more serious amount.

Tuning Ford Fusion.

Many car owners want to make their car better and more perfect. This is why we offer a service such as Ford Fusion tuning in a car service center. We work not only with this model, but also with all models and modifications of the famous FORD brand, such as Ford Fiesta, Ka and Focus, Maverick, Mondeo, Explorer, Expedition, S-Max, Galaxy C-Max.

By contacting our DVS-Ford center, you receive the help of real professionals in their field - we specialize in this particular brand and carry out all work according to the recommendations of FORD plant engineers.

There are different types of car tuning. There is a distinction between external tuning and technical improvement of the car (technical or mechanical tuning). In addition, you can separately highlight the tuning of the car interior.

Many car owners limit themselves only to changing the appearance of their car - this gives the car its own style and individuality. At the same time, it is the improvement of technical parameters that makes the car more comfortable, stronger, and more durable.

From us you can order external and technical tuning for Ford Fusion. External tuning - aerodynamic body kit, airbrushing and tinted glass, neon pendants or xenon headlights are very popular today. At the same time, high-quality external tuning kits actually improve the aerodynamic and other technical characteristics of the car. For example, the front bumper spoiler of a car is not at all for beauty; it increases the downforce of the car at high speeds. In addition, it helps improve the car's handling on turns and on flat roads. The aerodynamic body kit improves engine and brake cooling. Thus, tuning is not only a beautiful, but also a necessary thing that will bring real benefits to your car, making it more comfortable, better, and more impressive.

In 2002, the European division of Ford designed a fundamentally new car, the Ford Fusion. The model brought many innovations to the automotive world. The Ford Fusion was one of the first cars to combine the properties of a hatchback and SUV. We can say that with the advent of the model, a new star appeared on the world automotive horizon, called the “urban crossover.” At first, it was difficult for experts to identify a new product in a certain market segment. This is how a new subclass of city cars was born.

The car was liked by domestic drivers. Today, the Fusion's popularity is comparable to the legendary Focus. Russian car enthusiasts highlight the following advantages of an urban crossover: accessibility, relatively cheap maintenance, high ground clearance. We can say that Ford offered the buyer one of the best combinations of price and quality on the market. Production of the model continued for ten years in three trim levels. And since 2012, the second generation has been produced. For car enthusiasts who are thinking about whether to buy this car or not, it is advisable to familiarize themselves with the service life of the Ford Fusion engine.

The engineers of the car plant in Cologne decided to borrow the line of power units of the new product from the Ford Fiesta. However, the subcompact van itself was designed precisely on the basis of the front-wheel drive representative of the B-segment. The range of Fusion engines available for purchase has been expanded with 1.4, 1.6 and 2.5 liter units. The first modification option is considered the most popular and in demand; models with a 1.6-liter engine under the hood are somewhat less common. A 2.5-liter engine with a capacity of 175 horsepower appeared relatively recently.

Main characteristics of the 2.5 engine:

• working volume – 2.5 liters;
• number of valves – 16;
• number of cylinders – 4;
• location – in-line;
• power – 175 forces.

The model was equipped with 1.4 and 1.6-liter diesel units. However, there were no official deliveries of modifications with a diesel engine under the hood to the CIS countries. The 1.4 and 1.6 engines belong to the Duratec family and are coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission. A 4-speed automatic transmission is available with the 1.4-liter engine. As for the diesel versions of the car, they were mainly equipped with a five-speed “robot”. The model has been modified several times. The most significant was carried out by Ford in 2005. However, mainly the external part of the car was restyled, but the power plants remained unchanged throughout the entire production of the subcompact.

A distinctive feature of Duratec power units is the two camshafts located on top. These are reliable units with a timing belt installed as a timing drive. Its tension is provided by a special roller, which is also recommended to be replaced during scheduled car maintenance. The belt is resource-intensive, reliable - on average it lasts for 80 - 100 thousand kilometers. It is necessary to constantly monitor its condition due to the fact that stretching of the product can occur ahead of schedule due to various circumstances.

The cylinder head is made of aluminum alloy. The cylinder block is aluminum, afraid of overheating. Major repairs are possible, but quite complicated and time-consuming. On previous versions of Duratec engines, the block was made of cast iron, which somewhat facilitated the overhaul procedure. Otherwise, they are reliable power units, without serious technical flaws. The manufacturer assures that 1.4 and 1.6 liter Duratec petrol engines are capable of traveling at least 250,000 kilometers. In practice, there are cases when Ford Fusion 1.4, 1.6 covered 300 or more thousand kilometers.

This power unit is worth talking about separately. The Ford Fusion began to be equipped with Duratec 2.5 I4 in 2012. The first version of the installation appeared back in 1996: it was a V-shaped 24-valve “six”. The main engine components are also made of aluminum. A distinctive feature is the presence of a turbine. The cylinder block consists of three parts: the oil chamber, the crankcase section and the block itself. Cast iron sleeves are susceptible to major repairs and are more resistant to various adverse factors. A fairly reliable timing belt also acts as a drive. On average, its resource is 100 thousand kilometers.

The installation resource is 300,000 kilometers. So far, there are no Ford Fusion models on the road with the Duratec 2.5 I4 engine that have covered such kilometers. But, if you look at the history of the engine, see which models it was previously installed on, you can come to the appropriate conclusion. There are no complaints from car owners about the build quality of the engine. Also, in rare cases, owners complain about factory defects or any “chronic” engine diseases. The main weakness of the Duratec 2.5 I4 is the sensitivity of the fuel quality. Despite the fact that gasoline units are characterized by resistance to low-quality fuel, owners of a Ford Fusion with a 2.5-liter engine should take their choice of fuel supplier more seriously.

Owner reviews

Diesel power plants under the hood of the Ford Fusion are found in rare cases. There is only one reason - they can hardly tolerate domestic diesel fuel. Already after 100 thousand kilometers, wear of the piston group is noted, which is accompanied by increased oil and fuel consumption. Repair and maintenance of such an engine is several times higher than the cost of carrying out similar operations on gasoline analogues. The weak point of the crossover diesel is the fuel injectors. In case of unsuccessful refueling they fail. Replacing them will require considerable money and effort. The owners of the car will tell you in detail about the service life of the Ford Fusion engine in practice.

Engine 1.4

1. Igor, Voronezh. The car is produced in 2004, mileage is 230 thousand km. I always filled only with the recommended engine oil, and also monitored the quality of the fuel. Recently the valves started knocking. The situation is complicated by the fact that the engine is not equipped with hydraulic compensators and has to be adjusted manually. Still, I completed the task myself, spending a lot of time and effort. The car was immobilized for several days, but now the engine is working properly and no noise is heard while driving. Still, there are not enough hydraulic compensators in this installation, so I consider this the main drawback.
2. Stanislav, Sochi. Operate your car correctly, and then there will be no problems with it. I have a Ford Fusion with a Duratec 1.4 engine, and one of my friends has a Ford Mondeo 2.0. It seemed that the Mondeo engine should go further and have the appropriate resource. Surely it is so. But due to improper handling of the engine, a friend had to do a major overhaul after 100 thousand. I drove with a destroyed catalyst, the remains of ceramic honeycombs got into the cylinders and wore out the CPG. Inspect the condition of the engine, change the timing belt on time and use the original repair kit.
3. Maxim, St. Petersburg. The technical characteristics of the 1.4-liter engine attracted me most. Yes, it is small in volume and power, but at the same time the engine consumes a small amount of fuel, is reliable and unpretentious. During the entire time I owned the car, which was 12 years, there was one unpleasant incident. I was driving along the highway, the speed was around 100 km/h, the speed was average, suddenly the engine began to stall, the traction completely disappeared. It stalled, stopped, and subsequent attempts to start the engine were unsuccessful. Blue smoke was pouring out of the chimney, and we had to call a tow truck. The car was taken to a service station and it turned out that the exhaust valve had burned out. The valves and valve train gaskets needed to be replaced.

Ford claims that the 1.4-liter Duratec runs smoothly for 250,000 kilometers. The engine can upset the car owner if the scheduled maintenance timeframes are violated. This isn't the worst powertrain option for the Ford Fusion. There are known cases of piston jamming, as well as burnout of the exhaust valve. The reason is the use of unsuitable engine oil.

Engine 1.6

1. Egor, Moscow. Driving a Ford Fusion since 2007. I liked the appearance of the car, but it has amazing technical properties. There are no complaints about reliability. The 1.6 liter engine is well assembled and has virtually no weak points. I recommend purchasing this particular modification, because it has 100 horses, which is enough for comfortable daily movement. Today the odometer shows 250 thousand kilometers. The engine life has been exhausted, according to the official data of the manufacturer. But in fact, the engine is still “vigorous”, however, the spark plugs do not last longer than 20 thousand. During this time I changed the belt twice, always using the original one.
2. Andrey, Tula. When operating the Ford Fusion, I recommend using only original lubricant, and also refueling at trusted gas stations. I give preference to Lukoil, I fill it exclusively with AI-95. With this fuel, the Duratec 1.6 engine feels comfortable, which is immediately felt in the behavior of the car. I only use Ford Formula F 5W30 oil - from replacement to replacement. There is no need to top up. Consumption is also normal. Car 2008, 150 thousand miles. I replaced the timing belt and installed a non-original, but high-quality analogue. So far the flight is normal. Replacement along with rollers and pump. I also adjusted the valves after 100k. It’s a reliable engine, I like it for its acceleration and engine life, which, according to experts, exceeds the 300,000 km mark.
3. Evgeniy, Chelyabinsk. In my opinion, the Ford Fusion with a 1.6-liter engine is, if not the best, then the most optimal choice for sure. Resource 300 thousand kilometers at least. For a small installation this is an excellent indicator. Are there any disadvantages? Where would we be without them? Engineers from leading companies have not yet invented the ideal engine. The disadvantage is still the low power. Yes, if you drive “empty”, then 100 horses will be enough, but when the car is partially/fully loaded, there is a shortage of horses. I have already driven my car for more than 200,000 kilometers. There were some malfunctions, but they were minor.

One of the best options for Ford Fusion power plants, according to most car owners. The engine is durable, endowed with great resource and potential. Requires proper maintenance and attention from the owner. With the right attitude, the engine can cover over 300,000 kilometers before the first overhaul.

Engine 2.5

1. Kirill, Tyumen. I have a second generation Ford Fusion, a new design, a technologically advanced 2.5-liter engine under the hood with 175 horsepower. I change the oil every 10,000 km, replace the timing belt every 100 thousand, and change the rollers and pump at the same time. In general, the pump “lives” a little longer, but it’s better to do all the work right away; the difference in service life is not that big. I fill it with original Ford 5W30. The car has driven 120 thousand to date. Like new, the engine runs stably, without knocking or other unnecessary sounds. There is enough dynamics, it moves confidently on the highway when overtaking, and does not “suffocate.” I am sure that 300 thousand km will pass without the slightest problem, this is confirmed by the service station specialists.
2. Vyacheslav, Rostov. Ford Fusion 2011, mileage 150,000 kilometers. I change oil and filters according to the maintenance regulations. I don’t skimp on purchasing quality fuel and original oil. I change the lubricant even after not 10 thousand km, but after 7-8 thousand km. The battery lasted three years, after which I bought a new one. There were a lot of small problems: I changed the stabilizer link, did it after, replaced the support bearing. There were no engine breakdowns.
3. Leonid, Yalta. I bought the car on the secondary market three years ago. The car itself is a 2012 model with a Duratec 2.5 engine. At that time, the mileage on the odometer was 50 thousand, I think they didn’t twist it. Today it’s already 90 thousand km. The Ford Fusion is simply an incredibly reliable car. It is not picky and will start in any weather with any fuel. But I don’t recommend experimenting. I haven't even changed the timing belt yet. Consumption is normal - 8 liters per hundred in the city. I recommend this model to anyone who needs a car for everyday comfortable trips without any frills. The power unit is of high quality, many say that Duratec is a one-time use engine. This is absolutely not true; the installation can be completely repaired.

The 2.5 liter engine will last a long time - 300 thousand kilometers. It is necessary to change working fluids on time, refuel at certified stations, try not to load the engine, then there will be no problems with it.

The front suspension of the Ford Fusion is an independent design with telescopic shock absorbers, springs, and levers. To minimize roll, a stabilizer bar is used. The stand is a guiding and damping element. And to dampen high-frequency vibrations, a stand support is built in.

Important parts of the front suspension can also be considered steering knuckles, levers, and hubs with pressed bearings. According to our observations, many chassis parts become unusable after a mileage of more than 100 thousand km. After overhauling the front suspension of the Ford Fusion, we recommend that you immediately go to. This will have a positive effect on the stability and controllability of the car.

Typical malfunctions of the Ford Fusion chassis

Signs of breakdown	Causes of failure	Elimination methods
Knock, noise while driving	Anti-roll bar is poorly attached to the body	Tightening loose threaded connections
	The rubber elements on the stabilizer and its struts are worn out
	Worn upper strut support
	Steering rod joints have become unusable
	Broken spring
	Wheel imbalance	Balancing
Deviation of a car from straight-line movement - pulling to the left or right	The wheels are poorly inflated, the air pressure is different
	The spring sank
	Angles of inclination and camber are violated	Adjustment
	Tire treads worn unevenly	Replacing a worn tire
Uneven tire wear	Wheel alignment and alignment angles are incorrect	Adjustment
	Worn lower ball joints, suspension silent blocks
	The shock absorber strut is not working correctly	Installing a New Rack

Ford Fusion rear suspension: structure, operational wear, restoration

At the rear of the Fusion there is a semi-independent lever-spring type design. The trailing arms are attached to the body using silent blocks and are connected to each other by a beam with a U-shaped section. The springs are barrel-shaped, with rubber spacers installed at the bottom and top. The beam is equipped with a torsion stabilizer bar. It is noteworthy that in the Ford Fusion rear suspension the wheel angles are standard and cannot be adjusted, but the installation angles are subject to adjustment.

We carry out Ford Fusion suspension repairs of any complexity and have already managed to collect a database of typical faults, their causes and solutions. If the rear suspension makes noise or knocking while driving, you should check:

• Shock absorbers, their fastening, bushings on the eyes.
• Silent blocks of levers.
• Springs.
• Wheel bearing (when replacing a Ford Fusion wheel bearing, you need to be extremely careful with the magnetic ring, which affects the serviceability of the ABS).

Signs of suspension malfunction include deterioration in directional stability and controllability, uneven tire wear. To carry out proper repairs, you will need comprehensive diagnostics.

Design flaws include the fact that the cars of the first years of production were equipped with weak stabilizer struts, which were later upgraded by the manufacturer. Many owners say the downside is the stiff suspension, which is noticeable on bad roads. This is a feature of the Fusion, which can be eliminated by replacing the shock absorbers. For more details, call our technical center at the contact phone number.