Lincoln Nautilus: Body Closures / Rear Door. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
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Open the door.
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Remove the check arm bolt.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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Disconnect the rear door electrical connector.
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Remove the door hinge pivot bolts.
Use the General Equipment: Door Lift
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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Remove the rear door.
Use the General Equipment: Door Lift
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Check the door-to-body alignment. Align the door as necessary.
Refer to: Rear Door Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
Remove the D-pillar trim panel.
Refer to: D-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
NOTICE:
Take extra care not to crease the headliner...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH similar.
Open the door.
Remove the rear check arm bolt...
Other information:
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be
within specifications to check the connecting rod bearing journal
clearance.
Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and connecting rod bearing...
Trailer Towing Connector (If Equipped)
When attaching the trailer wiring connector
to your vehicle, only use a proper fitting
connector that works with the vehicle and
trailer functions.
Note: Install the waterproof protection cap
back onto the trailer towing connector
whenever it is not in use...