Lincoln Corsair: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension / Removal and Installation - Front Suspension Height Sensor
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
6.5 mm Drill Bit |
Rivet Gun |
Electric Drill |
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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NOTE:
Note the position of the components before removal.
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) height sensor assembly shown, RH (right-hand) similar.
Remove the front suspension height sensor.
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Disconnect the front suspension height sensor electrical connector, Unclip the harness and position aside.
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Remove the front suspension height sensor arm bracket-to-lower arm retainer.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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Drill out the retaining rivets and remove the front suspension height sensor.
Use the General Equipment: 6.5 mm Drill Bit
Use the General Equipment: Electric Drill
Use the General Equipment: Rivet Gun
Installation
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NOTICE:
The linkage must be in a vertical position after
installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
component damage and/or failure.
NOTE:
The RH (right-hand) and LH (left-hand) height sensor assemblies cannot be used on opposite sides of the vehicle.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Calibrate the suspension height sensor. Connect the scan
tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan
tool directions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Position the vehicle on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the keyless entry rear antenna.
Disconnect the keyless entry rear antenna electrical connector...
Transmission Cooling
This
vehicle is equipped with an external transmission fluid cooler. The
transmission fluid cooler is an oil-to-coolant fluid cooler which is
mounted to the lower LH side of the
transmission. The cooling system also consists of a coolant control
valve mounted to the upper rear of the transmission...