Lincoln Aviator: Rear Suspension / Removal and Installation - Spring
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.
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Remove the lower arm.
Refer to: Lower Arm (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the spring.
Installation
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Visual check.
Check the upper spring seat for damage. Replace as necessary.
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Install the spring.
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NOTE:
Make sure that the spring is correctly located in the upper spring seat.
Visual check.
Align the spring in the upper spring seat.
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Install the lower arm.
Refer to: Lower Arm (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Make sure the steering wheel and the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
NOTE:
Vehicle with heated steering wheel shown others similar.
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component...
Removal
NOTE:
Typical LH (left-hand) seat shown, RH (right-hand) seat similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Raise the seat to the full up position.
Disconnect the electrical connector...