Lincoln Navigator: Body Closures / Hood Strut. Removal and Installation
Removal
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Open the hood.
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NOTICE:
Support the hood before removing the strut. Failure
to follow this direction may result in damage to the components.
NOTICE:
Use the correct service parts when replacing the
hood struts. The hood struts are not interchangeable and using the
incorrect service part will result in damage to components.
Release the clips and remove the struts.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the rear bumper cover.
Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the liftgate window glass.
Refer to: Liftgate Window Glass (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the
smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake
system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to
do so may result in damage to the turbocharger...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
204-D081A
(204-D081)
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPMS)
Activation
NOTE:
The tire pressure sensors will go into a "sleep
mode" when a vehicle is stationary to conserve battery power...