Lincoln Aviator: Maintenance / Opening and Closing the Hood
Opening the Hood

- Open the left-hand front door.
- Fully pull the hood release lever and let
it completely retract.
Note: This action releases the hood latch.
- Fully pull the hood release lever for a
second time.
Note: This action fully releases the hood.
- Open the hood.
Note: There is no secondary lever under the
hood.
Closing the Hood
WARNING: Make sure that you fully
latch the hood before driving. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury or death.
- For vehicles with a prop rod, fully stow
the prop rod prior to lowering the hood.
- Lower the hood and make sure it fully
latches.
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale value.
There is a large network of authorized
dealers that are there to help you with their
professional servicing expertise...
Battery.
Engine oil filler cap.
Engine oil dipstick.
Brake fluid reservoir.
Engine compartment fuse box.
Engine coolant reservoir.
Air filter assembly...
Other information:
Note: Having your engine running is not
always an indication of inefficiency. In some
cases, it is actually more efficient than
driving in electric mode.
Your fuel economy should improve
throughout your hybrid's break-in period. As
with any vehicle, your driving habits and
accessory usage can significantly impact
your fuel economy...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
100-001
(T50T-100-A)
Slide Hammer
100-002
(TOOL-4201-C)
Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge
205-1018Installation Tube
307-003
(T57L-500-B)
Holding Fixture, Transmission
307-091Handle, Torque ConverterTKIT-2009TC-F
307-309Remover, Torque Converter SealTKIT-1994-FMH/FLMHTKIT-1994-LMH/MHTKIT-1994-FH
307-346
(T97T-7902-A)
Retainer, Torque ConverterTKIT-1998-LM (NavigatoR)TKIT-1997-F/FLM/LT
307-549Installer, Shift Shaft Fluid SealTKIT-2005D1-F1
307-5842-6 Spring CompressorTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW
307-589Overdrive clutch and balance piston service setTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW
307-651Bracket, Pump Remover/Installer
307-651-02Lift fixture adapter for 307-651
307-661Gauge, End PlayTKIT-2009C-FTKIT-2009C-ROW
307-661-01Spacers/Plate, Clearance Gage
307-662Gauge, Clutch Pack EndplayTKIT-2009C-FTKIT-2009C-ROW
307-691Tester, Torque Convertor Leak
307-732Tool Kit, Torque Converter Flusher
307-732-02Adapter for 307-732 Converter flushing Mandrel
307-736Installer, Pump Drive Gear Bearing
307-737Press Tool, Oil Pump Drive Idler Gear
307-741Spring Compressor, F Clutch
307-743Remover, Pump Drive Gear
307-746Remover, Transmission Wiring Harness Connector
307-780Converter Seal installer
307-782Installer, Output Shaft Seal
307-783Installer, Roll Pin
307-784One way clutch alignment tool
307-785Clutch spring compressor
307-786F7 Seal Installer/Sizer Input Shaft
307-787F8 Seal Installer/Sizer Input Shaft
307-790Endplay Check Gauge
307-796F2 Seal Guide, Installer & Sizer
307-797Installer, Alignment Studs (3) & Alignment Pin (All 10R)
307-803F1 Seal Guide, Installer & Sizer
307-804F9 Seal Guide, Installer & Sizer
Rubber Mallet
Hydraulic Press
Punch
Wooden Block
Magnet
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-12-QULV
WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV
All vehicles
Transmission overhaul includes the following:
Complete disassembly of the transmission
Cleaning and inspecting of all components
Replacement of all seals, gaskets, and one time use components...