Elements of the chassis of the car Ford Mondeo 3
Chassis design
Servo support: two steering racks with different gears A - Hydraulic oil circulation, 1 - Energy absorbing element with driver's airbag, 2 — Steering rack with cardanic...
Servo support: two steering racks with different gears A - Hydraulic oil circulation, 1 - Energy absorbing element with driver's airbag, 2 — Steering rack with cardanic...
Front axle Mondeo
Absorbs high lateral forces: the Mondeo's front axle. 1 - Auxiliary frame, 2 — Brakes with inertia force compensator, 3 — MacPherson strut, 4 - Hydraulic rack and pinion...
Absorbs high lateral forces: the Mondeo's front axle. 1 - Auxiliary frame, 2 — Brakes with inertia force compensator, 3 — MacPherson strut, 4 - Hydraulic rack and pinion...
Front axle geometry
The correct "base position" of the front wheels is a decisive factor in whether the front wheels follow obediently on bends, on flat sections or on long straight...
The correct "base position" of the front wheels is a decisive factor in whether the front wheels follow obediently on bends, on flat sections or on long straight...
Checking shock absorbers after wearing two sets of tires
During their working life, shock absorbers become an "air pump": after wearing out two sets of tires, shock absorbers usually lose almost 50% of their initial impact and...
During their working life, shock absorbers become an "air pump": after wearing out two sets of tires, shock absorbers usually lose almost 50% of their initial impact and...
Regularly check the steering wheel free play
The free play of your Mondeo steering wheel can be adjusted. At least if it is not a matter of normal wear or defect. However, you should still leave the adjustment to...
The free play of your Mondeo steering wheel can be adjusted. At least if it is not a matter of normal wear or defect. However, you should still leave the adjustment to...
Checking the toothed rack protective cuffs
The toothed rack protruding from the steering gear housing on the right and left is protected by rubber cuffs. Both cuffs must be moisture- and dust-proof. Wet cuffs...
The toothed rack protruding from the steering gear housing on the right and left is protected by rubber cuffs. Both cuffs must be moisture- and dust-proof. Wet cuffs...
Checking the tie rod ends and seals
On the right and left between the transverse steering rod and the steering trapezoid lever of the steering support there are tips. The steel ball head is covered with...
On the right and left between the transverse steering rod and the steering trapezoid lever of the steering support there are tips. The steel ball head is covered with...
Checking the wishbone bearing
Complete Replacement Only: L-Arm 1 - Vertical rubber bearing, 2 - Ball head, 3 - Horizontal rubber bearing. The two bearings and the ball joint of the front wishbone are...
Complete Replacement Only: L-Arm 1 - Vertical rubber bearing, 2 - Ball head, 3 - Horizontal rubber bearing. The two bearings and the ball joint of the front wishbone are...
Checking the wheel bearing clearance
The wheels of the Mondeo rotate with maintenance-free double-row ball bearings. Modern rear axle bearings today can last about 150,000 km. The front axle wheel bearings,...
The wheels of the Mondeo rotate with maintenance-free double-row ball bearings. Modern rear axle bearings today can last about 150,000 km. The front axle wheel bearings,...
Replacing the front wishbone
A deformed wishbone in a new Mondeo can only be replaced completely. It is better to delegate this work to a workshop (see the section Checking the wishbone bearing)....
A deformed wishbone in a new Mondeo can only be replaced completely. It is better to delegate this work to a workshop (see the section Checking the wishbone bearing)....
Dismantling and installation of shock absorber struts
ORDER OF EXECUTION On a level surface, securely place the vehicle on jack stands and remove the corresponding front wheel. On the shock absorber strut, release the brake...
ORDER OF EXECUTION On a level surface, securely place the vehicle on jack stands and remove the corresponding front wheel. On the shock absorber strut, release the brake...
Replacing the tie rod ends
The ends, respectively on the left and right, are screwed to the transverse steering rod. Advantage: if there are defective ends, there is no need to replace the entire...
The ends, respectively on the left and right, are screwed to the transverse steering rod. Advantage: if there are defective ends, there is no need to replace the entire...
Replacing the steering gear cuffs
ORDER OF EXECUTION Remove the tie rod ends as described above and accurately count the number of threads when unscrewing (see Replacing the tie rod ends). Mondeo with...
ORDER OF EXECUTION Remove the tie rod ends as described above and accurately count the number of threads when unscrewing (see Replacing the tie rod ends). Mondeo with...
Replacing the steering gear pivot bearing
Dismantling ORDER OF EXECUTION Unscrew the wheel hub nut and wheel bolts. On a level surface, securely place the car on jack stands and remove the front wheel. Remove...
Dismantling ORDER OF EXECUTION Unscrew the wheel hub nut and wheel bolts. On a level surface, securely place the car on jack stands and remove the front wheel. Remove...
Removal and installation of the rear shock absorber strut
ORDER OF EXECUTION On a level surface, securely place the rear of the vehicle on jack stands and additionally support the front axle with a wheel chock. Remove the...
ORDER OF EXECUTION On a level surface, securely place the rear of the vehicle on jack stands and additionally support the front axle with a wheel chock. Remove the...
Replacing the shock absorber (station wagon)
ORDER OF EXECUTION On a level surface, place the rear of the car securely on jack stands, additionally support the front axle with a chock and... ...support the wishbone...
ORDER OF EXECUTION On a level surface, place the rear of the car securely on jack stands, additionally support the front axle with a chock and... ...support the wishbone...
Power steering gear
All Mondeo models roll off the factory assembly line with power steering. It supports the steering depending on the current load: the slower you move, the stronger the...
All Mondeo models roll off the factory assembly line with power steering. It supports the steering depending on the current load: the slower you move, the stronger the...
Tires and wheels
The tyres make a very significant contribution to the good handling characteristics of the car and thus to the active safety of your Mondeo: the carcass, mixed rubber,...
The tyres make a very significant contribution to the good handling characteristics of the car and thus to the active safety of your Mondeo: the carcass, mixed rubber,...
It is better to check the air pressure on cold tires
The air pressure should always be measured only in cold tires, because during driving the tire heats up and the pressure in the tires increases. Consequence: therefore,...
The air pressure should always be measured only in cold tires, because during driving the tire heats up and the pressure in the tires increases. Consequence: therefore,...
Wheel replacement
ORDER OF EXECUTION Apply the parking brake and engage 1st gear or reverse (automatic transmission – position "З"). When changing a wheel on the road, additionally turn...
ORDER OF EXECUTION Apply the parking brake and engage 1st gear or reverse (automatic transmission – position "З"). When changing a wheel on the road, additionally turn...
Checking the condition of the tires
The front wheels propel your Mondeo, steer it, absorb most of the lateral forces and do most of the work of reducing speed when braking. As a result, the front tyres...
The front wheels propel your Mondeo, steer it, absorb most of the lateral forces and do most of the work of reducing speed when braking. As a result, the front tyres...
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