Ford Escape: Rear Suspension / Description and Operation - Rear Suspension - Overview
Overview
The rear suspension consists of the following components:
- Coil springs
- lower arms
- Shock absorber
- Stabilizer bar and links
- Toe links
- Upper arms
- Wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies
- Wheel knuckles
- Wheel studs
The rear suspension uses 2 parallel arms (1 upper and 1 lower). Each arm has a mounting position to the chassis and an attachment at the wheel knuckle. This suspension allows the wheels to react to road imperfections independent of each other. The shock absorber mounts to the wheel knuckle and along with the spring, controls vertical movement. The stabilizer bar and links control suspension lean/sway.
Removal and Installation - Front Lower Arm
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Ford Escape 2020-2024 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Hazard Flasher Switch
Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the center registers. Refer to: Center Registers (412-00 Climate Control System - General Information, Removal and Installation). Release the tabs and remove the hazard flasher switch from the center registers...
Ford Escape 2020-2024 Owners Manual: Manual Park Release - Gasoline. Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings
Manual Park Release - Gasoline What Is Manual Park Release Manual park release is used to move your transmission from the park (P) position in the event of an electrical malfunction or emergency. Manual Park Release Precautions WARNING: When doing this procedure, you need to take the transmission out of park (P) which means your vehicle can roll freely...
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Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy
WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and properly fasten your seatbelt. Fit the lap portion of the seatbelt snugly and low across the hips. Position the shoulder portion of the seatbelt across your chest. Pregnant women must follow this practice. See the following figure.
