Elements of the chassis of the car Ford Mondeo 3

Chassis device
Servo support: two gear racks of the steering mechanism with different gears A - Hydraulic oil circulation, 1 - Energy-absorbing element with a driver's airbag, 2 -...

Front axle Mondeo
Takes on large lateral forces: Mondeo front axle. 1 - Auxiliary frame, 2 - Brakes with inertia moment compensator, 3 - MacPherson strut, 4 - Hydraulic rack and pinion...

Front axle geometry
correct «basic position» front wheels is a decisive factor in whether the front wheels follow obediently on bends, on flat stretches or long straight sections of...

Checking shock absorbers after two sets of tires are worn out
In the course of their work, shock absorbers turn into «air pump»: After two sets of tires have worn out, shock absorbers typically lose almost 50% of their original...

Regular check of steering wheel free play
The free play of your Mondeo's steering wheel can be adjusted. At least in the event that we are not talking about normal wear and tear or a defect. However, still leave...

Checking the protective collars of the gear rack
The toothed rack protruding from the steering gear housing is protected by rubber cuffs on the right and left. Both cuffs must be waterproof and dustproof. Wet cuffs...

Checking the tie rod ends and cuffs
Tips are located on the right and left between the transverse steering rod and the steering trapezoid lever of the rotary support. The steel ball head is encased in...

Control Arm Bearing Check
Complete replacement only: L-shaped wishbone 1 - Vertical rubber bearing, 2 - ball head, 3 - Horizontal rubber bearing. The two bearings and the front wishbone ball...

Checking the wheel bearing clearance
Mondeo wheels spin with maintenance-free double row ball bearings. Modern rear axle bearings today can last about 150,000 km. The wheel bearings of the front axle are...

Replacing the front wishbone
A deformed wishbone in the new Mondeo can only be completely replaced. It is better to transfer this work to the workshop (see section Control Arm Bearing Check)....

Dismantling and installation of shock absorber
PROCEDURE On level ground, securely jack up the vehicle and remove the appropriate front wheel. On the suspension strut, release the brake hose holder and stabilizer bar...

Replacement of tie rod ends
The tips, respectively on the left and right, are screwed to the tie rod. Advantage: if there are defective ends, the entire tie rod does not have to be replaced....

Replacement of cuffs of the steering mechanism
PROCEDURE Remove the tie rod ends as described above and accurately count the number of threads when unscrewing (see section Replacement of tie rod ends). Mondeo with...

Steering swivel replacement
Dismantling PROCEDURE Remove the wheel hub nut and wheel bolts. On level ground, securely place the car on the goats, dismantle the front wheel. Remove the ABS wheel...

Dismantling and installation of the rear suspension strut
PROCEDURE On level ground, securely place the rear of the vehicle on jack stands and additionally support the front axle with a wheel chock. Remove the corresponding...

Shock absorber replacement (station wagon)
PROCEDURE On level ground, place the rear of the car securely on the goats, additionally support the front axle with a wedge and... ...support the control arm with a...

Power steering gear
All Mondeo models immediately after the factory conveyor are already riding, having a power steering mechanism on board. It maintains the steering work depending on the...

Tires and wheels
Tires make a very significant contribution to the good driving behavior of your Mondeo and thus to the active safety of your Mondeo: carcass, mixed rubber, silicone...

Air pressure is best checked on cold tires
The air pressure should always be measured only when the tires are cold, as the tire heats up during driving and the tire pressure increases. Consequence: therefore,...

Wheel replacement
PROCEDURE Apply the parking brake and engage 1st gear or reverse (automatic transmission - position «Z»). When changing a wheel on the road, turn on an additional hazard...

Tire condition check
The front wheels drive your Mondeo, steer it, take on most of the lateral forces, and when braking do most of the work of slowing down. As a result, the front tires wear...