Lincoln Nautilus: Front Suspension / Front Stabilizer Bar Link. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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NOTE:
The stabilizer bar links are designed with low friction ball joints that have a low breakaway torque.
NOTE:
Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the ball stud
from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.
Remove and discard the front stabilizer bar link nuts and remove the front stabilizer bar link.
Torque:
85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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...
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...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the rear seat cushion.
Refer to: Rear Seat Cushion (501-10B Rear Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the bolt and the rear center seatbelt buckle...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
100-002
(TOOL-4201-C)
Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge
Inspection
NOTE:
Driveline vibration exhibits a higher frequency and lower
amplitude then high-speed shake. Driveline vibration is directly related
to the speed of the vehicle and is noticed at various speeds...