Lincoln Navigator: Driveline / Rear Drive Halfshafts
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Boot Clamp Pliers
Removal
Remove the inner CV joint boot...
Preliminary Inspection
Visually inspect the CV joints, housing, boots, and clamps for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is
found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next
step
If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and REFER to Symptom Chart: NVH...
Other information:
Inspection
NOTE:
Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to clean the pistons or damage can occur.
Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) pin bosses,
(3) skirts and the (4) tops of the pistons. If wear marks, scores or
glazing is found on the piston skirt, check for a bent or twisted
connecting rod...
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
For non-functional rear door window regulators and motors
with the window in the 40 mm open to full closed position, cut the rear
door window regulator cables to allow window movement...