Ford Fiesta: Front Suspension / Front Suspension - Overview. Description and Operation

Ford Fiesta 2014 - 2019 Service Manual / Suspension / 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.

Front Suspension - Component Location. Description and Operation

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...

Front Stabilizer Bar Bushing. Removal and Installation

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist...

Other information:

Ford Fiesta 2014 - 2019 Service Manual: Roof Opening Panel Alignment. General Procedures

Adjustment NOTE: The roof opening panel must be in the CLOSED position. Loosen the roof opening panel bolts on both sides. Measure and adjust the front of the roof opening panel glass to roof clearances as shown...

Ford Fiesta 2014 - 2019 Service Manual: Footwell Air Discharge Temperature Sensor - Vehicles With: Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC). Removal and Installation

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the HVAC control module. Refer to: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control Module (412-00 Climate Control System - General Information, Removal and Installation)...

Brake Drum. Removal and Installation

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).