Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Rear Door

Lincoln Aviator: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Rear Door

Removal

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

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

Open the door.

Remove the check arm bolt.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

Disconnect the rear door electrical connector.

NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the door hinge pivot bolts.
Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the door.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Check the door-to-body alignment. Align the door as necessary. Refer to: Rear Door Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).

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Seatbelt Height Adjustment

WARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Slide the adjuster up to raise the belt. Press the button and slide it down to lower the belt.