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:
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
BCM
2
Turn Signals
3
Horn
4
Door Ajar Switches
5
Hood Ajar Switch
6
Liftgate Ajar Switch
7
Passenger Door Lock Control Switch
8
IPC
9
Courtesy Lamps
10
Passive Key
11
RTM
12
DDM
13
GWM
14
GWM
15
PDM
16
Driver Door Lock Control Switc..
Symptom Chart(s)
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Dust and Water Leaks
Most
dust and water leaks occur due to missing or incorrectly installed body
sealer or components. The source of the leak is detected by:
pressurizi..