Lincoln Corsair: Rear Suspension / Removal and Installation - Upper Arm
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
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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NOTICE:
Make sure that the insulator pads are correctly positioned to prevent direct contact with other components.
Raise the suspension to curb height.
Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
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NOTICE:
Tighten the suspension fasteners with the weight of
the vehicle on the wheels and tires or use a suitable jack to raise the
suspension to curb height or damage to the bushings may occur.
NOTE:
Only tighten the nuts and bolts when the suspension is in the normal drive position.
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NOTE:
Make sure that a new bolt is installed.
Remove and discard the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt.
Torque:
Stage 1:
98 lb.ft (133 Nm)
Stage 2:
120°
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NOTE:
Make sure that the new bolt and nut are installed.
Remove and discard the upper arm-to-frame bolt and nut.
Torque:
Stage 1:
159 lb.in (18 Nm)
Stage 2:
98 lb.ft (133 Nm)
Stage 3:
90°
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Remove the upper arm.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check and if necessary adjust rear camber.
Refer to: Rear Camber Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-D070
(D93P-1175-B)
Remover, Front Wheel Hub
Removal
Remove the rear wheel speed sensor...
Other information:
Removal and Installation
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...
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design...