Lincoln Aviator: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Active Grille Shutter Actuator
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the Radiator grille opening panel.
Refer to: Radiator Grille Opening Panel (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
Upper active grille shutter actuator
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Remove the upper actuator spacer assembly.
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Disconnect the electrical connector and the bolt.
Torque:
44 lb.in (5 Nm)
NOTE:
The upper active grille shutter actuator is not
interchangeable with the lower active grill shutter actuator. Do not
attempt to replace one actuator with the other.
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Pull and remove the upper active grille shutter actuator.
Lower active grille shutter actuator
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Remove the lower actuator spacer assembly.
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Disconnect the electrical connector and the bolt.
Torque:
44 lb.in (5 Nm)
NOTE:
The lower active grille shutter actuator is not
interchangeable with the upper active grill shutter actuator. Do not
attempt to replace one actuator with the other.
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Pull and remove the lower active grille shutter actuator.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
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)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wiper linkage assembly.
Refer to: Wiper Linkage Assembly (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
System Operation
BCM
The BCM
controls various systems by monitoring inputs from switches, sensors
and network messages from other modules and components on the HS-CAN1, LIN and the GWM. Based on the inputs, the BCM activates outputs. For example, the BCM monitors the HCM inputs and provides voltage to the exterior lamps...
Choosing the Right Fuel
Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some fuel stations, particularly those in high
altitude areas, offer fuels posted as regular
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
below 87...