Lincoln Aviator: Rear Suspension / Removal and Installation - Wheel Knuckle
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 lower arm vertical link.
Refer to: Lower Arm Vertical Link (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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NOTE:
If equipped with dynamic suspension.
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Disconnect the rear ride height sensor electrical connector and separate the wiring harness guide.
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Remove the rear ride height sensor arm anchor plate bolt.
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Disconnect the rear shock absorber electrical connector.
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Remove and discard the rear shock absorber lower nut.
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Remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolts and the brake disc shield..
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Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt and position the wheel speed sensor aside.
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Remove the brake hose bracket bolt and position the brake hose bracket aside.
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Support the halfshaft.
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Remove and discard the toe link-to-wheel knuckle bolt and nut.
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Remove and discard the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt and nut.
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Support the halfshaft and remove the wheel knuckle.
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.
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Position the wheel knuckle and install the new upper arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt and nut.
Torque:
76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
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Install the new toe link-to-wheel knuckle bolt and nut.
Torque:
129 lb.ft (175 Nm)
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Position the brake hose bracket and install the brake hose bracket bolt.
Torque:
133 lb.in (15 Nm)
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Position the wheel speed sensor and install the wheel speed sensor bolt and wiring harness clip.
Torque:
133 lb.in (15 Nm)
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Install the brake disc shield.
Torque:
159 lb.in (18 Nm)
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Install the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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Position the rear shock absorber and hold the flag portion of the taper pin.
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Install the new rear shock absorber lower nut.
Torque:
59 lb.ft (80 Nm)
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Connect the rear shock absorber electrical connector.
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NOTE:
If equipped with dynamic suspension.
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Intsall the rear ride height sensor arm anchor plate bolt.
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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Connect the rear ride height sensor electrical connector and position the wiring harness guide.
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Install the lower arm vertical link.
Refer to: Lower Arm Vertical Link (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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Check and if necessary adjust rear toe.
Refer to: Rear Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).
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NOTE:
If equipped with continuous controlled damping (CCD) suspension.
Calibrate the suspension height sensor. Connect the scan
tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan
tool directions.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-D070
(D93P-1175-B)
Remover, Front Wheel Hub
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hydraulic Press
Removal
Remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
To program your smartphone as Phone as a
Key:
Visit your device's app store to download
the Lincoln Way app.
Create or sign-in to the Lincoln Way app
and add the vehicle identification number
to your account.
Once you add the vehicle identification
number, follow the prompts in the Lincoln
Way app to complete the Sync Connect
Authorization process...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
If installing a new module, it is necessary to
upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to
removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new
module after installation...