Lincoln Nautilus: Front Suspension / Wheel Studs. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
-
Remove the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
-
Press the wheel stud from the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
-
Inspect the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange for corrosion or damage. Replace as necessary.
Installation
-
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
-
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:
Engine coolant reservoir. See Checking the Coolant.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Checking the Brake Fluid.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery.
Power distribution box. See Accessing the Under Hood Fuse Box.
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter...
Replacing the Front Wiper Blades
Lift the wiper arm and then press the
wiper blade locking buttons together.Note: Do not hold the wiper
blade to lift the
wiper arm.
Note: Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached...