Where is the 2012 Ford Fusion power steering fluid located? Knowing now may save time, money & headaches in the future.
If you have a 2012 Ford Fusion or are planning to buy a new or pre-owned 2012 Ford Fusion but are not yet familiar with its options and features, you may be wondering: “Where is the 2012 Ford Fusion power steering fluid located?” Knowing this information now is important in case you ever need to find the source of a leak or have to change the car’s fluids during maintenance.
In this article, we’ll go over the importance of maintaining your power steering reservoir and how to refill it.
2012 Ford Fusion Power Steering Fluid Location
On the 2012 Ford Fusion, you will find the power steering fluid reservoir under the hood of the vehicle. Pop the hood and look for the oil dipstick and coolant. Adjacent to them is the power steering fluid reservoir.
Power steering fluid is the unsung hero of most vehicles. It makes it so much easier for you to control your car or truck. In the 2012 Ford Fusion, the power steering fluid helps you turn your wheel easily and quickly when necessary. If power steering fluid ever leaks or is running low, you may find it difficult to turn your wheel at all.
Power steering fluid can, and should, be replaced every once in a while, depending on how your steering feels. Seals and O-rings that keep the fluid in the power steering system may degrade, which could lead to leaks.
If your power steering fluid ever leaks or is running low, you may find it difficult to turn your wheel at all.
If that happens, you’ll find that it gets progressively tougher to steer. At that point, you should know it’s time to perform maintenance on your vehicle.
There is also a power steering pump that can fail, but this article is focusing on the fluid itself. If the fluid becomes contaminated or runs dry, then you’ll run into significant problems trying to maneuver your vehicle.
2012 Ford Fusion: Power Steering & Recalls
Not all Ford Fusions have power steering that works in the same way. Some have electronic power steering assist. Unfortunately, there was a recall from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration where some 2011 and 2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without the 3.5L (213 ci) engine would suddenly lose electric power steering assist.
The result was that the driver could lose control. The systems shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault, based on the NHTSA’s findings.
Any car owner should be able to identify where their fluids are located. In this video, you’ll see that many Ford Fusions do have electronic power steering.
If yours has traditional power steering fluid, you’ll find it by:
- Opening the hood of your car
- Looking for the valve for the power steering fluid, which should be located near the oil dipstick and coolant
- If you have the electronic system, you may need to take your vehicle to a qualified dealership or mechanic to identify problems with the system.
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