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:
Starting a Gasoline Engine
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
Make sure that the parking brake is on.
Make sure that the transmission is in park
(P).
Fully press the brake pedal...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
If the BCM
did not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, As-Built Data may need to
be entered as part of the repair. This step is only necessary if the BCM is being replaced
Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the BCM following the on-screen instructions...