Lincoln Nautilus: Rear Suspension / Upper Arm. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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Raise suspension to curb height.
Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
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NOTICE:
Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the
suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the
wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may
occur.
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Remove and discard the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt and nut.
Torque:
76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
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Remove and discard the upper arm-to-frame bolt and nut and remove the upper arm.
Torque:
85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check and if necessary adjust rear camber.
Refer to: Rear Camber Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-D070
(D93P-1175-B)
Remover, Front Wheel Hub
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
WARNING: Do not connect wireless
plug-in devices to the data link connector.
Unauthorized third parties could gain
access to vehicle data and impair the
performance of safety related systems.
Only allow repair facilities that follow our
service and repair instructions to connect
their equipment to the data link connector...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Activation
All vehicles
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
On both sides.
Open the rear doors.
Release the second row seat cushion latch and position the seat backrests in the full flat position...