Lincoln Aviator 2020-2025 Service Manual / Chassis / Suspension / Front Suspension - RWD / Disassembly and Assembly - Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly

Lincoln Aviator: Front Suspension - RWD / Disassembly and Assembly - Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Spring Compressor
Vise

DISASSEMBLY

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

NOTE: Disassembly steps in this procedure may contain assembly details.

Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly.
Refer to: Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-01A Front Suspension - RWD, Removal and Installation).

WARNING: Coil springs and strut assemblies are compressed under extreme load. Always use a spring compressor for disassembly. Follow procedure instructions carefully and make sure the spring compressor has the correct spring plates or adapters. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: When installing a suitable spring compressor, use care not to damage the spring coating.

NOTICE: Take extra care not to damage the component.

NOTICE: Do not use power tools to remove the nut.
Compress the coil spring enough to relieve the tension on the strut assembly.
Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor
Use the General Equipment: Vise

NOTE: Note the position of the components before removal.

NOTE: Do not use an impact wrench on the strut rod nut.

NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the strut rod from turning while removing the strut rod nut.
Remove and discard the shock absorber and spring assembly rod nut. Disassemble the front shock absorber and spring assembly in the order shown.

ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Make sure that the components are installed to the position noted before removal.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.

NOTE: Make sure that the spring is centered in the lower spring seat.
Make sure that the lower spring isolator pad is properly seated on spring seat.

Press the jounce bumper into the top mount’s jounce bumper cup. Make sure that jounce bumper groove is captured by the four retention tabs during the assembly.

NOTE: Make sure that the spring is correctly located in the lower spring isolator pad.
Make sure the components are correctly aligned during assembly. Ensure the coil spring is not resting on the vertical wall of the lower isolator pad.

1. Make sure that the dust cover is clipped into all 12 tabs on the bearing.
1. Make sure that the dust cover is clipped into all 4 tabs on the shock absorber.

WARNING: Take extra care when handling a compressed spring. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

NOTE: Make sure that the spring coating is not damaged during assembly process.

NOTE: Typical strut and spring assembly shown.
1. NOTE: Utilize the hex holding feature to prevent the strut rod from turning while installing the strut rod nut.
  Install the new strut rod nut.
  Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor
  Use the General Equipment: Vise
  Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)
1. Install the cap.

Install the shock absorber and spring assembly.
Refer to: Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-01A Front Suspension - RWD, Removal and Installation).

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Lincoln Aviator 2020-2025 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes - Vehicles With: Head Up Display (HUD)

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart Module DTC Description Action HUD U0100:00 Lost Communication With ECM/PCM "A":No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test J HUD U0140:00 Lost Communication With Body Control Module:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test K HUD U0164:00 Lost Communication With HVAC Control Module:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test M HUD U0208:00 Lost Communication With "Seat Control Module A":No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test N HUD U0212:00 Lost Communication With Steering Column Control Module:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test O HUD U0232:00 Lost Communication With Side Obstacle Detection Control Module "A":No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test P HUD U0233:00 Lost Communication With Side Obstacle Detection Control Module "B":No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test P HUD U0238:00 Lost Communication With Digital Audio Control Module "D":No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test Q HUD U023A:00 Lost Communication With Image Processing Module A:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test R HUD U0401:00 Invalid Data Received from ECM/PCM A:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test J HUD U0401:81 Invalid Data Received from ECM/PCM A:Invalid Serial Data Received GO to Pinpoint Test J HUD U0401:82 Invalid Data Received from ECM/PCM A:Alive/Sequence Counter Incorrect/Not Updated GO to Pinpoint Test J HUD U0405:56 Invalid Data Received From Cruise Control Module:Invalid/Incompatible Configuration GO to Pinpoint Test S HUD U0424:00 Invalid Data Received From HVAC Control Module:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test M HUD U0424:81 Invalid Data Received From HVAC Control Module:Invalid Serial Data Received GO to Pinpoint Test M HUD U0424:82 Invalid Data Received From HVAC Control Module:Alive/Sequence Counter Incorrect/Not Updated GO to Pinpoint Test M HUD U0429:00 Invalid Data Received From Steering Column Control Module:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test O HUD U0429:82 Invalid Data Received From Steering Column Control Module:Alive/Sequence Counter Incorrect/Not Updated GO to Pinpoint Test O HUD U0431:00 Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module "A":No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test K HUD U0509:82 Invalid Data Received From "Seat Control Module A":Alive/Sequence Counter Incorrect/Not Updated GO to Pinpoint Test N HUD U2100:00 Initial Configuration Not Complete:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test T HUD U2300:55 Central Configuration:Not Configured GO to Pinpoint Test S HUD U3000:04 Control Module:System Internal Failures GO to Pinpoint Test U HUD U3000:41 Control Module:General Checksum Failure GO to Pinpoint Test U HUD U3000:42 Control Module:General Memory Failure GO to Pinpoint Test U HUD U3000:47 Control Module:Watchdog/Safety µC Failure GO to Pinpoint Test U HUD U3000:49 Control Module:Internal Electronic Failure GO to Pinpoint Test U HUD U3001:98 Control Module Improper Shutdown Performance:Component Or System Over Temperature GO to Pinpoint Test V HUD U3003:16 Battery Voltage:Circuit Voltage Below Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test X HUD U3003:17 Battery Voltage:Circuit Voltage Above Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test Y HUD U300A:64 Ignition Switch:Signal Plausibility Failure GO to Pinpoint Test W Symptom Chart Symptom Chart: HUD Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...

Locking and Unlocking the Doors from Inside

Lincoln Aviator. Locking and Unlocking the Doors from Inside

Unlock. Lock.

Locking the Doors

Press the lock switch on the door interior trim panel. The doors can no longer be released using the exterior door handle switches and the luggage compartment locks.