2000 Lincoln LS Coil Springs, Control Arm, Shock Absorber, Steering Knuckle

Coil Springs, Control Arm, Shock Absorber, Steering Knuckle Installation and Repair Tips for 2000 Lincoln LS

• Q: How should gas pressurized shock absorbers be serviced to ensure safety and proper performance on 2000 Lincoln LS?

  A: During the servicing of gas pressurized shock absorbers, be cautious to prevent injury to the same. Disassembly is done with a spring compressor because of huge loads. Substitute suspension fasteners with components of equal number and follow recommended values of torque. Check parts throughout assembly, make sure the parts are installed correctly and aligned and then reinstalled in the car.
• Q: How to service and repair the steering knuckle on 2000 Lincoln LS?

  A: In order to service and repair the steering knuckle, remove the wheel hub and bearing. Unplug tie-rod end and lower control arm and prop the joint using a jack stand. Same with the upper control arm. The knuckle should be supported in installation, with new nuts installed, making sure that the tapered washer has been installed. Undo the process of removing to effect the installation.
• Q: How Should the Shock Absorber and Coil Springs Be Handled for Safe and Proper Reassembly on 2000 Lincoln LS?

  A: Be careful with shock absorber and spring assembly because it may be pressurised with gas. De-assemble with the help of a spring compressor, making sure that there is a good part replacement with the appropriate torque. Label parts to be reassembled, check part damage, and check part numbers. Reassemble: using marks, install a new nut, and reassemble.
• Q: How to Service and Repair the Lower Control Arm on 2000 Lincoln LS?

  A: To service the lower control arm, level the vehicle, raise it and remove wheel/tire and brake disc. Disconnect and discard shock absorber/spring bolt, detach the assembly from the lower arm and bushing. Disconnect stabilizer link and lower arm from knuckle; remove arm and bushing. Install new arm, bolts, reinstall.