Lincoln Nautilus: Body System - General Information / Body - Overview. Description and Operation
Insulation
Insulation
is used as a sound-deadener to reduce exterior road and powertrain
noises from the interior of the vehicle. Mastic insulators are also used
as insulation. Insulation is installed:
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under the roof.
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above and below the instrument panel.
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at the cowl side panels.
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over the front and rear floorpans.
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inside the B-, C- and D-pillar sections.
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on the wheelhouse/quarter panel.
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behind the rear quarter trim panel.
Other forms of insulation include:
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front tunnel stiffening pad.
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dash panel stiffener.
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rear wheelhouse mastic pads.
It has heat-bonded mastic deadeners for improved NVH characteristics.
It also has sound dampeners located inside the D-pillar and plug holes in the inner rear quarter.
Body Sealer Types and Applications
Seam Sealer
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heavy-bodied, non-sag adhesive/sealer used on standing
cosmetic seams, truck bed seams, tooled door skin seams and floorpans.
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can be used on water leaks and noise concerns.
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
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form-in-place gasket and multi-purpose adhesive/sealant.
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room temperature curing silicone rubber.
Silicone Spray Lubricant
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keeps the door and window weatherstrip pliable and soft.
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makes the door easier to close.
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retards weatherstrip squeaks.
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retards weatherstrip wear.
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helps retain door window alignment by reducing friction between the glass frame and the rubber weatherstrip.
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should not be used prior to painting.
Trim and Weatherstrip Adhesive
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quick drying, strong adhesive designed to hold weatherstripping onto all body panels and surrounding metal.
Symptom Chart(s)
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
Fuse Precautions
WARNING: Always disconnect the
battery before servicing high current fuses.
WARNING: To reduce risk of
electrical shock, always replace the cover
to the power distribution box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid
reservoirs...
Overview
The rear suspension consists of the following components:
Coil springs
Lower arm and bushing assemblies
Shock absorbers
Stabilizer bar and links
Toe links
Upper arms
Lower arm vertical links
Wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies
Wheel knuckles
Wheel studs
The
rear suspension uses 2 parallel arms (1 upper and 1 lower)...