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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
SYNC USB 2.0 A Male to A Male Cable
Activation
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Health and Safety Precautions in section 100-00
General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
serious personal injury.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100..
Removal
Remove the transmission.
Refer to: Transmission (308-03B Manual Transmission - 6-Speed Manual Transmission – B6, Removal).
Remove the bolts and the clutch slave cylinder.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Bleed the air from the ..