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:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the battery cable from the negative battery post.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
Disconnect the electrical connectors from the BJB .
Position the terminal cover aside, remove th..
Head Restraint Components
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing head
restraint.
Two steel stems.
Guide sleeve adjust and unlock
button.
Guide sleeve unlock and remove
button.
Adjusting the Head Restraint
WARNING: Fully adjust the head
restraint before you sit in or operate your
vehicle. This will help minimize the risk of
neck injury in the event of a crash. Do not
a..