Lincoln Nautilus: Front Suspension / Front Strut and Spring Assembly. Disassembly and Assembly
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
DISASSEMBLY
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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NOTICE:
Use care not to damage the spring coating.
NOTE:
Typical strut and spring assembly shown.
Compress the coil spring enough to relieve the tension on the strut assembly.
Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor
Use the General Equipment: Vise
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NOTE:
Note the position of the components before removal.
NOTE:
Do not use an impact wrench on the strut rod nut.
Remove and discard the strut rod nut.
ASSEMBLY
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To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
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Make sure that the lower spring seat is properly installed.
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NOTE:
Make sure the strut bearing tabs are aligned before compressing the spring.
Align the strut bearing tabs.
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NOTICE:
Use care not to damage the spring coating.
NOTE:
Typical strut and spring assembly shown.
Install the new strut rod nut.
Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor
Use the General Equipment: Vise
Torque:
98 lb.ft (133 Nm)
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hydraulic Press
Removal
Remove the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the steering column shrouds.
Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
If equipped.
Remove the steering column control switch.
Refer to: Steering Column Control Switch (211-05 Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components,..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the outer rear lamp assemblies.
Refer to: Rear Lamp Assembly (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Remo..