Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual / Chassis / Suspension / Vehicle Dynamic Suspension / Removal and Installation - Vehicle Dynamics Control Module (VDM)

Lincoln Aviator: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension / Removal and Installation - Vehicle Dynamics Control Module (VDM)

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Interior Trim Remover

Removal

NOTICE: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.

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

Remove the luggage compartment floor covering.

Release the clips and remove the luggage compartment side trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

Remove the VDM.
1. Disconnect the VDM electrical connectors.
1. Remove the retainers and the VDM.
  Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Calibrate the VDM. Connect the scan tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan tool directions.

Removal and Installation - Rear Suspension Height Sensor

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation)...

Driveline

Other information:

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Wheel and Tire

Materials Name Specification Motorcraft® High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize LubricantXL-2 - Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire CleanerZC-37-A - Removal With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Front Side Member

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 6.5 mm Drill Bit Scraper for Straight Edges Self-Piercing Rivet (SPR) Remover/Installer Belt Sander Blind Rivet Gun Torx Bit Socket Hot Air Gun Locking Pliers Materials Name Specification Metal Bonding AdhesiveTA-1, TA-1-B, 3M™ 08115, LORD Fusor® 108B - Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM - Flexible Foam Repair3M™ 08463, LORD Fusor® 121 - Removal WARNING: Electric vehicles damaged by a crash may have compromised high voltage safety systems and present a potential high voltage electrical shock hazard...

Children and Airbags

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.

Lincoln Aviator. Children and Airbags