Ford Fiesta: Rear Suspension / Rear Suspension - Component Location. Description and Operation
NOTE:
Base model shown, ST similar.
Item |
Description |
1 |
Shock absorber |
2 |
Spring |
3 |
Twist-beam rear axle |
4 |
Twist-beam rear axle receiver bearing |
Overview
Characteristics of rear axle:
Twist-beam axle (torsionally rigid axle)
Single-pipe gas shock absorbers with stable damping performance for optimum handling
Axle suspension uses large rubber bushes for optimum ride comfort
Function
If
compression takes place on both wheels evenly (for example when a load
is placed on the vehicle), the who..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the rear seat cushion.
Refer to: Rear Seat Cushion (501-10 Seating, Removal and Installation).
Remove the seatbelt anchor bolts and position the seatbelts aside.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
NOTE:
RH side shown,..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the roof opening panel glass.
Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Glass (501-17 Roof Opening Panel, Removal and Installation).
Remove the roof opening panel frame.
Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Frame..