Lincoln Navigator: Suspension / Front Suspension - LHD 4WD
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Surface Gauge
Check
Ride Height Measurement — Front
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a
flat, level surface and the tires are inflated to the correct pressure...
Overview
The 4WD front suspension consists of the following components:
Lower ball joints
Lower control arms
Ride height sensors (Vehicles with Continuously Controlled Damping (CCD) Suspension)
Stabilizer bar, bushings and links
Shock absorber and coil spring assemblies
Upper control arms
Wheel bearing and wheel hubs
Wheel kn..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
2WD shown, 4WD similar.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
NOTICE:
Do not pry in the caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.
NOTICE:
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Grinder
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Removal
Restore the vehicle to manufacturer's dimensions.
Refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation).
Remove the following items:
Refer to: Rear Bumper (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and..