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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012FUSION FWD L4-2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINFLYWHEELSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Fusion FWD L4-2.5L
Flywheel: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Fusion FWD L4-2.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Flywheel
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the clutch.
3. Remove the 6 bolts and the flywheel.
Installation
1. NOTE: Special bolts are used for installation. Do not use standard bolts.
Install the flywheel and tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in 3 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
- Stage 3: Tighten to 112 Nm (83 lb-ft).
2. Install the clutch and manual transaxle.
3. After completing the repairs, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure following the on-screen instructions.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.