Ford Fiesta: Front Suspension / Front Suspension - Overview. Description and Operation
General
A newly developed McPherson front suspension with L-shaped lower arms is used.
The lower arm bushes have been enlarged compared with the previous model. This further improves front axle rigidity.
The shock absorbers are gas shock absorbers.
NOTE:
The ABS sensor
rings are built into the seals in the front wheel bearings. They must be
checked during servicing to ensure they are correctly positioned...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist...
Other information:
Item
Description
1
Pressure relief cap
2
Degas bottle
3
Coolant pump pulley
4
Coolant pump
5
Thermostat housing
6
Radiator
7
Cooling fan motor and shroud
8
Oil cooler
9
Coolant shutoff solenoid valve
Item
Description
1
Coolant bypass solenoid valve
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System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Horn
2
Driver Airbag
3
Horn Switch
4
Clockspring
5
BCM
Horn Operation
The horn switch consists of a set of contacts separated by springs. One
side is connected to ground and the other side is connected to the horn
signal circuit. When th..
Categories
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
manual, refer to health and safety warnings in section 100-00 General
Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious
personal injury.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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