Lincoln Nautilus: Rear Suspension / Rear Suspension - Overview. Description and Operation
Overview
The rear suspension consists of the following components:
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Coil springs
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Lower arm and bushing assemblies
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Shock absorbers
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Stabilizer bar and links
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Toe links
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Upper arms
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Lower arm vertical links
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Wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies
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Wheel knuckles
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Wheel studs
The
rear suspension uses 2 parallel arms (1 upper and 1 lower). Each arm
has a mounting position to the chassis and an attachment at the wheel
knuckle. This suspension allows the wheels to react to road
imperfections independent of each other. The shock absorber mounts to
the lower arm and along with the spring, controls vertical movement. The
stabilizer bar and links control suspension lean and/or sway.
REFER to: Suspension System (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing).
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Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Release the clips and remove the information display trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Remove the bolts and the information dispaly unit.
Disconnect the electrical conn..
Steering Column Overview
The steering column system consists of the following components:
Steering wheel
SCCM
Telescopic and tilt motors (power adjustable steering column)
Steering column control switch (power adjustable steering column)
The
steering column is the mechanical linkage between the steering wheel
and the steering gear. The steering wheel is mounted to ..