Lincoln Nautilus: Rear Suspension / Lower Arm Vertical Link. Removal and Installation

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

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.

1. Remove the wheel and tire.
   Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Raise the suspension to curb height.
   Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands

1. 1. Remove and discard the lower arm vertical link upper bolt and nut.
      
   2. Remove and discard the lower arm vertical link lower bolt and remove the lower arm vertical link.
      

Installation

1. NOTICE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

   1. Install the lower arm vertical link and install the new lower arm vertical link lower bolt.
      Torque: 129 lb.ft (175 Nm)
   2. Install the new lower arm vertical link upper bolt and nut.
      Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)

1. Install the wheel and tire.
   Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).