Lincoln Aviator 2020-2024 Service Manual / Chassis / Suspension / Front Suspension - AWD / Disassembly and Assembly - Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly

Lincoln Aviator: Front Suspension - AWD / 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 2020-2024 Owners Manual: Safety Practices

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Lincoln Aviator 2020-2024 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Parking Brake

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 ABS B1111:4B Electric Park Brake Enable:Over Temperature GO to Pinpoint Test F ABS B1111:53 Electric Park Brake Enable:Deactivated GO to Pinpoint Test G ABS B1111:54 Electric Park Brake Enable:Missing Calibration GO to Pinpoint Test E ABS C0609:01 Park Brake Switch Circuit:General Electrical Failure GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C0616:9A Park Brake Control Module Control Circuit Performance:Component or System Operating Conditions GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C1034:01 Park Brake:General Electrical Failure GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C1034:07 Park Brake:Mechanical Failures GO to Pinpoint Test K ABS C1034:13 Park Brake:Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C1034:25 Park Brake:Signal Shape/Waveform Failure GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C1034:2F Park Brake:Signal Erratic GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C1034:47 Park Brake:Watchdog/Safety µC Failure GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C1034:48 Park Brake:Supervision Software Failure GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C1034:57 Park Brake:Invalid/Incompatible Software Component GO to Pinpoint Test B ABS C1034:71 Park Brake:Actuator Stuck GO to Pinpoint Test C ABS C1034:77 Park Brake:Commanded Position Not Reachable GO to Pinpoint Test C ABS C1034:78 Park Brake:Alignment Or Adjustment Incorrect GO to Pinpoint Test H ABS C1034:97 Park Brake:Component or System Operation Obstructed or Blocked GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C1A43:98 Motor Supply:Component or System Over Temperature GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2005:18 Right Actuator:Circuit Current Below Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2005:19 Right Actuator:Circuit Current Above Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2005:77 Right Actuator:Commanded Position Not Reachable GO to Pinpoint Test C ABS C2005:78 Right Actuator:Alignment Or Adjustment Incorrect GO to Pinpoint Test A ABS C2006:18 Left Actuator:Circuit Current Below Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2006:19 Left Actuator:Circuit Current Above Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2006:77 Left Actuator:Commanded Position Not Reachable GO to Pinpoint Test C ABS C2006:78 Left Actuator:Alignment Or Adjustment Incorrect GO to Pinpoint Test A ABS C2007:13 Right Motor:Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2007:1C Right Motor:Circuit Voltage Out Of Range GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2007:92 Right Motor:Performance Or Incorrect Operation GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2008:13 Left Motor:Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2008:1C Left Motor:Circuit Voltage Out Of Range GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS C2008:92 Left Motor:Performance Or Incorrect Operation GO to Pinpoint Test D ABS U2002:00 Switch:No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test J ABS U2002:47 Switch:Watchdog/Safety µC Failure GO to Pinpoint Test B Symptom Chart(s) Symptom Chart: Parking Brake and Actuation Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...

Activating Intelligent Access

The intelligent access key must be within 3 ft (1 m) of the door or luggage compartment you intend to lock or unlock.

At a Door

Electronic door handles are on each door. Gently depress the switch inside the exterior door handle to unlock and open the door. An unlock symbol illuminates on the door window trim indicating your vehicle is unlocked.

Lincoln Aviator. Activating Intelligent Access