Lincoln Nautilus: Rear Suspension / Rear Suspension. Diagnosis and Testing
REFER to: Suspension System (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing).
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)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the IPMA cover.
Release the tabs and clips from the IPMA cover.
Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connector and remove the IPMA cover...
Removal
Right hand (RH) cellular antenna cable
Remove the RH loadspace trim panel.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
If equipped, remove the subwoofer and amplifier unit...