Lincoln Aviator: Rear Suspension / Removal and Installation - Lower Arm Vertical Link
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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NOTICE:
Do not attempt to jacking on the front control arm
or rear control arm on any vehicle. Damage to control arms may occur.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the insulator pads are correctly positioned to prevent direct contact with other components.
Use a suitable jack to raise the suspension until the
distance between the center of the hub and the lip of the fender is
equal to the measurement taken during removal (curb height).
Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
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Remove and discard the lower arm vertical link upper bolt and nut.
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Remove and discard the lower arm vertical link lower bolt and remove the lower arm vertical link.
Installation
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NOTICE:
Tighten the suspension fasteners with the weight of
the vehicle on the wheels and tires or use a suitable jack to raise the
suspension to curb height or damage to the bushings may occur.
NOTE:
Only tighten the nuts and bolts when the suspension is in the normal drive position.
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Install the lower arm vertical link and install the new lower arm vertical link upper bolt.
Torque:
76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
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Install the new lower arm vertical link lower bolt and nut.
Torque:
258 lb.ft (350 Nm)
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Install the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear LubricantXY-75W85-QL
WSS-M2C942-A
Draining
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Rear footwell ambient lighting LEDs
2
LIN
3
DDM
4
LH welcome mat lamp
5
RH welcome mat lamp
6
PDM
7
Front cup holder lighting LEDs
8
Front footwell ambient lighting LEDs
9
Rear door ambient lighting LEDs
10
HS-CAN1
11
APIM
12
HS-CAN3
13
FDIM
14
GWM
15
MS-CAN
16
Liftgate lamp
17
Vanity mirror lamps
18
Glove compartment lamp
19
Console/bin lamps
20
LH second row interior lamp
21
RH second row interior lamp
22
Cargo lamp
23
Third row interior lamp
24
LIN
25
Overhead console
26
RGTM
27
LIN
28
Headlamp switch
29
Scuff plate lamps
30
Second row cup holder lighting LEDs
31
Front door ambient lighting LEDs
32
Instrument panel ambient lamps
33
Center console pass thru ambient lamp
34
Door latch control modules
35
Door ajar switch
36
Rear door puddle lamps
37
LIN
38
BCM
39
Exterior door handle LEDs
Network Message Chart
DDM And PDM Network Input Messages
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
Welcome mat lamp activation
GWM
Provides welcome mat lamp request from the GWM to activate the exterior mirror welcome mat lamps...