Lincoln Aviator: All-Wheel Drive / Maintenance and Modifications
The suspension and steering systems on
your vehicle have been designed and tested
to provide predictable performance whether
loaded or empty and durable load carrying
capability. For this reason, we strongly
recommend that you do not make
modifications such as adding or removing
parts (such as lowering kits or stabilizer bars)
or by using replacement parts not equivalent
to the original factory equipment.
Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the
center of gravity can make it more likely the
vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of
control. We strongly recommend that caution
be used with any vehicle equipped with a
high load or device (such as ladder or
luggage racks).
Failure to maintain your vehicle properly
could void the warranty, increase your repair
cost, reduce vehicle performance and
operational capabilities and adversely affect
driver and passenger safety. Frequent
inspection of vehicle chassis components is
recommended if the vehicle is subjected to
off-highway usage.
WARNING: If you are driving in
slippery conditions that require tire chains
or cables, then it is critical that you drive
cautiously. Keep speeds down, allow for
longer stopping distances and avoid
aggressive steering to reduce the chances
of a loss of vehicle control which can lead
to serious injury or death...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
Remove the rear door trim panel.
Refer to: Rear Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Rear door mid range speaker
Separate the wiring harness guide, remove the screws and the front door mid range speaker
Torque:
22 lb...
For recommended metal repair guidelines and recommendations, refer to the following illustrations and: For additional information, refer to: Specifications (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, Specifications).
Steel Type Legend
Item
Steel Type
Color
1
Mild Steel
Yellow
2
Bake Hardened Steel (BH)
Light Blue
3
Solid Solution Strength
Pink
4
High Strength Low Alloy (HSLA)
Dark Blue
5
Dual Phase (DP) 500, 600 Class Steel
Green
6
Dual Phase (DP) 700, 800, 900, 1000 Class Steel
Fuchsia
7
Laminate Steel
Teal
8
Ultra High Strength Steel (UHSS) Martensitic, Boron
Red
9
Transformation Induced Plasticity Steel (TRIP)
Gold
10
Aluminum
Purple
Front Structure
Item
Description
Steel Type
1
Radiator support
Magnesium alloy
2
Bracket
High-Strength Low Alloy (HSLA) 350 steel
3
Bracket
Aluminum alloy
4
Suspension housing
Aluminum alloy
5
Reinforcement
High-Strength Low Alloy (HSLA) 350 steel
6
Reinforcement
Boron and Dual Phase (DP) 600 steel
7
Reinforcement
Boron and Dual Phase (DP) 600 steel
8
Bracket
Aluminum alloy
9
Side member assembly
Aluminum alloy
10
Fender apron tube
Dual Phase (DP) 800 steel
Front Bumper
Item
Description
Steel Type
1
Bumper assembly
High strength aluminum
Dash Panel and Front Fenders
Item
Description
Steel Type
1
Crossmember
Boron steel
2
Dash panel
Mild steel
3
Cowl top panel
Mild steel
4
Reinforcement
Dual Phase (DP) 800 steel
5
Front crossmemembr extension
Dual Phase (DP) 600 steel
6
Reinforcement
Dual Phase (DP) 800 steel
7
Fender assembly (LH/RH)
Bake Hardened (BH) 210 steel
8
Bracket
Mild steel
Body Side Inner Panels
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar...