Lincoln Navigator: Front Suspension - LHD 4WD / Front Suspension - Overview. Description and Operation

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 knuckles
• Wheel studs

Refer to: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension - System Operation and Component Description (204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension, Description and Operation).

The vehicle is equipped with a front coil spring suspension. This independent-type front suspension utilizes a stabilizer bar to aid in vehicle stability. The wheel hub and wheel bearing are sealed units and are serviced as an assembly. The lower ball joints can be serviced independently from the lower arms.

The vehicle has available Continuously Controlled Damping (CCD) Suspension. The system allows the user to customize the ride with Comfort, Normal and Sport modes. Sensors constantly monitor the vehicle’s suspension motion, body movement, steering and braking.