Lincoln Aviator 2020-2025 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - A-Pillar Moulding

Lincoln Aviator: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - A-Pillar Moulding

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Interior Trim Remover

Removal

NOTICE: Only use moderate force.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: LH side shown, RH similar.

- Using a non-marring trim removal tool disengage the retainer clips starting approximately 9 inches from the top.
  Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

- Slide the trim tool downwards and pry outward to disengage the clips.

Remove the bolts.
Torque: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)

NOTE: The component should be reused unless damaged.

NOTE: Remove any clips that stay attached to the bracket when removed.
Release the clips and remove the A-pillar Moulding.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

General Procedures - Finish Panel Repair

Repair NOTE: Mouldings located on the front and rear window frames may experience minor scratches from vehicle shipment or car wash racks. The imperfections may be repaired instead of replacing components by following the steps below...

Removal and Installation - Front Door Moulding

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. NOTE: LH door shown, RH door similar. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when removing retainers, to avoid damage to moulding...

Other information:

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Rear Thermostatic Expansion Valve

Removal NOTICE: During the removal or installation of components, cap, tape or otherwise appropriately protect all openings and tubes/fittings to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. Remove caps, tape and other protective materials prior to installation...

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Rear Door Upper Moulding

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar. Remove the upper belt moulding screw at front of the door. Torque: 12 lb.in (1.3 Nm) Lift the moulding at the front edge using a non-marring trim tool and slide forward to disengage from the tab at the rear and remove the moulding...

Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column

WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position.

Unlock the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.

Lincoln Aviator. Column

Lock the steering column.