2012 fusion ddamage front pass side trunk shifted to the drivers side. Is this possible
Got hit on the front passenger side damaged hood, quarter panel, tire rim,and bumper. Took out headlights too. My trunk also shifted to the drivers side. There is a 1/2 " gap on the passenfer side. The ins company says it isnt.possible. They also said it was because the left side of the trink had been previously repaired in 2012 and done badly. I think the unibody twisted from the impact. I am fighting the insurance company on this. The trunk sat straight before the wreck and didnt after. I need to know if it is possible for this to happen.
My car has 80000 miles.
My car has an aut
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Request that a professional alignment shop use a tram to carefully and completely measure the unibody and compare all such measurements against the data set out in detail in your vehicle’s Factory Service Manual. Using that strategy it will be easy to conclusively and authoritatively determine if the unibody is damaged. If the unibody was damaged in the collision it will have to be repaired, if cost effective, or obviously the insurance company will have to make you whole on your claim for damage. If you have any further concerns, do not hesitate to contact YourMechanic as we are always here to help you.
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Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford`s number for this recall is 21S12.
If your Ford Fusion is having trouble accelerating and the wrench light has come on, you`re likely dealing with a throttle body issue. The throttle body may need to be replaced. You could also be dealing with an issue with your fuel injectors or spark plugs.
Common reasons for this to happen:
Low fuel pressure, dirty or defective fuel injectors, or broken fuel pump: The fuel pump is responsible for transferring fuel from the tank to the engine.
An analysis of a sample of lateral collisions has demonstrated that the optimum position for a side impact airbag sensor is in the lower rear quadrant of the front door.
The most likely issue is that a component is clogged. A clogged fuel filter is the most common reason, although a loss of power in your car could also indicate problems with the fuel pump or fuel line. Impurities or debris may be blocking the system, which causes the loss of power in a car.
You will feel a loss in power while accelerating and at times intermittent jerks. To solve this issue find the fuel filter located in the engine bay or near the fuel tank in your car`s trunk. If the fuel filter is clogged replace it if you have the skills to do so or get it changed at your local mechanic shop.
It could be a dead alternator, a bad coolant sensor or lack of fuel, just to name a few. Is your car stalling while accelerating? If so, then it could be a major vacuum leak, clogged fuel filter or a bad fuel pump. If your vehicle is stalling when driving, seek professional help to track down and fix the issue.
Faulty fuel/system or pump –engine cut out can be fuel issues, such as a blocked fuel filter or fuel pump failure. Empty fuel tank/faulty fuel gauge – this seems obvious but sometimes if the fuel gauge is faulty you may have no idea that you are low on fuel.
Hello there, many different faults will cause your 2013 Ford Fusion to stall and shake. The most likely causes are the spark plugs, fuel pump, coils, wiring harness fault, vacuum leak, or oxygen sensors. This vehicle needs diagnosed fully to be able to determine what is causing your issues.
Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls to find out if your car or truck is under recall. Search using your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your search result will tell you if your car or truck is included in this recall or any other safety recall. Call your local dealer to schedule the FREE repair.
A few of the deadly airbags may have been replaced incorrectly the first time. Ford told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration late last week that it is recalling just shy of 100,000 older Ranger pickups to give its technicians a second go at properly replacing potentially deadly Takata airbag inflators.
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2012 fusion ddamage front pass side trunk shifted to the drivers side. Is this possible
ANSWER : Request that a professional alignment shop use a tram to carefully and completely measure the unibody and compare all such measurements against the data set out in detail in your vehicle’s Factory Service Manual. Using that strategy it will be easy to conclusively and authoritatively determine if the unibody is damaged. If the unibody was damaged in the collision it will have to be repaired, if cost effective, or obviously the insurance company will have to make you whole on your claim for damage. If you have any further concerns, do not hesitate to contact YourMechanic as we are always here to help you.
Strong knocking from front driver’s side and passenger side when making turns left OR right.
ANSWER : The steering rack and pinion assembly is mounted in rubber bushings; they may be deteriorated and allowing the rack and pinion to contact the sub frame making the knocking noise.
The other component to look at is the struts upper bearing and rubber bushing. These get dry of lubricant and should be lubed with a teflon grease when installed so the rubber will not get damaged.
Have someone feel the top of the strut mount under the hood while the steering is turned back and forth to see if the knocking or popping is in the strut. The rack and pinion bushings should be inspected from under the vehicle.
If either or both are bad then they will need to be replaced.
A mobile mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, can come to your home or business to inspect the knocking noise at your home or business.
What is driver side front versus passenger side front? Isn’t an axle replacement the whole axle connecting the two front wheels?
ANSWER : Hi there. Wheel location is determined by imagining you are sitting in the driver seat. Your, and most vehicles today, have 2 axles in the front; certain vehicle still have a solid rear axle housing, but retain 2 individual axles as well. It sounds like you may have bent the strut, lower control arm, ball joint, and/or hub when you hit the curb. I suggest having a qualified technician perform an inspection to avoid replacing unnecessary parts. Your Mechanic has several available technicians that can assist you with a suspension inspection.
Driver side door lock button not working, and passenger side sliding door makes a buzzing noise
ANSWER : Hi there. These door issues are common on this vehicle. Most of the time the main issue is the master door lock switch on the driver door. It sounds like you already replaced that. As for the sliding door problem, most of the time, this is a failure within the door module or it can be a connection issue.
I typically take the door apart and check the connections on the module and inside of the door just to make sure that there is nothing apparent in there. If the connections and the wiring are fine, then I use a scan tool to check the module to see what the inputs and outputs are doing. If you need to have this looked at, consider YourMechanic, as a certified mechanic can come to your home or office to diagnose your door problem and recommend a repair.
Is there grease in the left side front driver side wheel bearing
ANSWER : The wheel bearings on the front of your car are within unitized hub assemblies and thus the grease that is placed within when the hub is manufactured is permanently sealed inside. It will not leak out. If the bearing has failed that is typically due to overtightening of the axle nut when the vehicle is re-assembled during the repair. The nut that holds the CV axle to the hub can ONLY be tightened with a calibrated torque wrench and the nut has to be tightened only to exact value published in the Factory Service Manual. Shops and amateurs will sometimes use an air tool or an ordinary wrench, contrary to the explicit instructions, and the consequence is the axle nut is overtightened and the bearing is guaranteed to fail prematurely. The other common cause of premature bearing failure is the use of cheap aftermarket bearings (or hub assemblies). If you use the OEM (dealer supplied) bearing or a recognizable, reputable vendor such as SKF you will be better off. The grease you are seeing is from another source and that is likely to be the CV outer joint. You can check to see if the outer CV boot is torn or damaged. If so, the grease has come out and CV joint failure is not far off. To get the bearing inspected, and replaced if failed, please request hub assembly inspection/replacement. To obtain service on the CV joint, please request CV joint inspection/axle replacement. If you have further questions or concerns, do not hesitate to re-contact YourMechanic as we are always here to help you.
Front driver-side seat (part that you sit on) will not move forward or backwards; can you fix this issue?
ANSWER : From what you’ve described, your power seat has an electrical issue. There is separate control setting for each seat position. The power seat has motors that drive a track assembly to move forward or backward. The motors or related wiring could have failed causing this condition. This will require an inspection of the power seats system. Consider YourMechanic if you need assistance with getting this done.
Front driver side tire moves side to side when jacked up
ANSWER : If you can move the tire in and out when on a jack then you may have a few different possible problems. The inner or outer tie rod ends may be worn. Your steering gear may also have worn bushings. I would recommend moving tire back and forth while holding onto the tie rod ends to see if looseness is felt and replace any loose components. An alignment will need to be done after repairs.
Driver Side Inner & Outer Tie Rods and driver side strut being bent.
ANSWER : From what you’ve described, the damage was most likely caused from hitting a pot hole. If the damage was from a pot hole on the right side, in some cases it’s possible for the force to transfer over and damage the left side as well. If you’d like a second opinion on this, consider YourMechanic, as a certified technician can come to your home to diagnose your car’s suspension system and confirm these suspicions.
