Lincoln steering & suspension repair questions and answers
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How do I adjust the air suspension on my 2001 Lincoln Navigator. The left rear is lower than the right side rear.WARDADDY - 2001 Lincoln Navigator - Steering & Suspension - 3/16/2012I replaced both air bags and shock absorbers in the rear (doesn't have airbags in the front) I also changed the air pump with a new one. It seems the pump is going thru the motions of pumping up the system but the driver rear hangs lower than the passenger rear.-
3/16/2012 HouseCallAutoYou have to have the dealer do a Ride Height Calibration Procedure using the Ford scan tool as there is a selection on the menu to adjust the rear height. Cannot do this at home.
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My front airbags work part time.they pump up and hold on occasion then go flat with no warning-sometimes while drivingrobbio - 1994 Lincoln Continental - Steering & Suspension - 3/4/2012however recently they havent pumped up at all. I think it is possibly something to do with the electronics of the system but not sure how to remedy the problem. I will be selling the car as soon as I can get this problem repaired/fixed. Thanks for any help. -
IS THE LEFT SIDE BALL JOINT ARM DIFFERENT THAN THE RIGHT SIDEjoe almeida - 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII - Steering & Suspension - 3/1/2012
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Were is the switch for the air shock system my back shocks will not raise up is there a reset switch i can use to raisealmon summerville - 1998 Lincoln Navigator - Steering & Suspension - 3/1/2012
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Having problem with ride control system the part in which the air line run to the rear wheellonnie mcghee - 1997 Lincoln Continental - Steering & Suspension - 2/28/2012
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2/28/2012 Master TechYou have to be more specific than "having a problem". What specifically is going on?
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Why does my air suspension light come on?Naviguy - 2000 Lincoln Navigator - Steering & Suspension - 2/10/2012without warning or driving the navigator hard, the navi went all the way down. It sits low and I changed the air compressor, but it's done it two more times in the past six months. Could there be another reason why the suspension / air lets out and the car ...
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Steering issues and suspension sqeakjamieap - 1995 Lincoln Town Car - Steering & Suspension - 2/8/2012i am feeling a little tension in the steering even when on soft setting. and i am hearing a squeal/sqeak. it does not sound like power steering pump squeal. i also hear the same squeal when going over a bump so the squeal might not be a symptom. could i have too ...
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Is their away to let the air out of the air suspension module?Ronald - 2005 Lincoln Navigator - Steering & Suspension - 1/31/2012
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1/31/2012 graham-ssadjust the ride countrol senser on each air bag or turn the whole system off to lower it down 2 to 3 inches but thats a horad ride
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Air ride wont go up.. is there a fuse or a reset button on this car for it ?robert - 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII - Steering & Suspension - 1/26/2012
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1/26/2012 CamarozenThere is a fuse, you can look in your owner's manual for the location. However, if it goes down, then the fuse is most likely not the problem, you should check for operation of the air compressor or the compressor relay. It is not uncommon for the air compressor motor to go out, they are very succeptable to moisture.
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What kind of shocks did they come with because they have air shocks on it nowmacarioarroyos - 1990 Lincoln Mark VII - Steering & Suspension - 1/23/2012
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My back drivers wheel is tilted in at the top about 1/2 inch. My same wheel squeaks and makes a rubbing noise.Loveablemom9 - 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII - Steering & Suspension - 1/20/2012It's the rear drivers wheel-
1/20/2012 jdlMaybe a problem with bearing or suspension, check it out. Safely raise and support the vehicle, remove rear tire, take a look. I wouldn't drive it like that.
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What step-by-step actions to remove and replace the air coil spring on the front left side of my '84 Linc Mark VII?James [Jim] - 1984 Lincoln Mark VII - Steering & Suspension - 1/18/2012It seems the job requires the removal of at least the two sets of nuts and bolts holding the base of the strut. These bolts are stuck. How can I remove these frozen, stuck nuts and bolts? What else do I need to remove or do in the proper order to complete the job?
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When my air ride suspension fills up it makes a growling sound. Once filled up with air it the noise stopsjaime - 2002 Lincoln Navigator - Steering & Suspension - 1/17/2012
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1/7/2012 Spoon Sportsit sounds like the compressor is adjusting your suspension height if it seems to loud the compressor may be failing
1/9/2012 jaimeIf the compressor fails would the truck still be drivable? I have checked around and they are saying this is a dealership item only which runs over 500.00 -
1/17/2012 Spoon SportsYeah, it will still run, just low but will run. You can convert it to a regular suspension from strutmasters,com
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When turning steering wheel, a creaking noise emanates from left front suspension.Peter Heintz - 1999 Lincoln Continental - Steering & Suspension - 1/14/2012131,642 miles on car. Creaking noise sounds just like when slowly opening a door that needs oil applied to a dry, binding hinge. Noise both while standing still and when turning a corner in either direction. A dealer service rep said, "hmmm, yeah, it's the ...
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1/14/2012 BillThe CV joint bearings are being ground up and this is where the noise emanates from. Generally with this mileage it isn't suprising they are wearing out. Most common reason is the rubber boots protecting the joint are ripped and torn allowing road debris to enter and mix with the lubricant, also just plain wear and tear on it. Best to replace entire half axles (right and left) with new seals, rubber boots, boot clamps, and axle nuts.
1/14/2012 Peter HeintzWow! Thank you very much for the timely, comprehensive, yet succinct response to my query. I do appreciate it. Peter Heintz
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What's located over the front driver side sway bartell - 1986 Lincoln Town Car - Steering & Suspension - 1/14/2012Steering to the left is really hard right is getting there was wondering if it's the power steering reservoir located over front driver side sway bar or the hose or pump
