Lincoln Nautilus: Front End Body Panels / Active Grille Shutter Actuator. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the active grille shutter.
Refer to: Active Grille Shutter (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
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Release the clips and remove the linkage.
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Release the vanes from the active grille shutter.
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Remove the vanes and the drive shaft from active grille shutter actuator.
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Remove the retaining clip.
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Using a screwdriver, push down on the clip and remove the active grille shutter actuator.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
Remove the wiper pivot arms.
Refer to: Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the washer hoses...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
014-3KLIFTTABLEPowertrain Lift Table
Tie Rod End Remover
Steering Wheel Holder
Wooden Block
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Threadlock 262TA-26
WSK-M2G351-A6
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
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...