Lincoln Nautilus: Front Suspension / Wheel Studs. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Remove the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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Press the wheel stud from the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
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Inspect the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange for corrosion or damage. Replace as necessary.
Installation
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NOTE:
The flat side of the wheel stud head must be facing the wheel bearing.
Press the wheel stud into the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange until fully seated.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
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Install the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Tie Rod End Remover
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Spring Compressor
Vise
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
RH side shown, LH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the loadspace trim panel.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation)
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Remove the bolt and position the seatbelt aside...
Overview
The interior lighting system consists of:
Courtesy lamps
Demand lamps
Ambient lighting
The courtesy lamps subsystem consists of:
Interior overhead lamps
Luggage compartment lamp
Liftgate cargo lamp
Puddle lamps
Front door illuminated scuff plates
Exterior door handle lamps
Door ajar switches (integrated into the door latches)
C..