Lincoln Nautilus: Suspension System - General Information / Ride Height Measurement. General Procedures
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Check
Ride Height Measurement - Front
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat,
level surface and the tires are inflated to the correct pressure.
Vehicle should have a full tank of fuel.
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Ride height = 3-2
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Measure the distance between the flat level
surface and the center of the lower arm forward bolt (measurement 2)
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Measure the distance between the flat level
surface and the center of the ball joint pinch bolt (measurement 3)
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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With the surface gauge positioned on a flat, level
surface, record the measurement of the surface gauge position
(measurement 2) and (measurement 3).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Subtract measurement 2 from measurement 3 to obtain the front ride height.
Ride Height Measurement - Rear
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat,
level surface and the tires are inflated to the correct pressure.
Vehicle should have a full tank of fuel.
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Ride height = 3-2
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Measurement 2
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Measurement 3
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface
and the center of the rearward lower arm-to-frame bolt (measurement 2).
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface
and the center of the lower arm-to-knuckle bolt (measurement 3).
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Subtract measurement 2 from measurement 3 to obtain the rear ride height.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Do not use any tools or equipment to move the wheel and tire
assembly or suspension components while checking for relative movement...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the brake pedal and bracket assembly.
Refer to: Brake Pedal and Bracket (206-06 Hydraulic Brake Actuation, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connector, remove the
retainers. Position aside the wire harness and remove the driver side
temperature door actuator.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal proc..
DTC Charts
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).
NOTE:
The Phone as a Key feature can be used as a passive entry
and remote start feature for the vehicle. Refer to section 419-01C for
information regarding this feature.
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