Genuine Lincoln Continental Shock Absorber

Lincoln Continental Shock Absorber Parts Questions & Answers

• Shock Absorber Assembly
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  Q: How to replace front struts on 1982-1987 Continentals and 1984-1992 Mark Vlls?

  A: This procedure is specific to 1982 through 1987 Continentals and 1984 through 1992 Mark Vlls. The struts on these models cannot be serviced and must be replaced as complete assemblies. To begin, loosen the front wheel lug nuts and raise the vehicle, supporting it securely on jackstands. Remove the wheel and the disc brake caliper, hanging it out of the way with wire. Place a floor jack under the lower control arm and raise it slightly. Unscrew the three upper mount to strut tower retaining nuts, and if the upper mount is to be removed from the strut assembly, loosen the center nut. Remove the strut to steering knuckle nuts and bolts, separating the two components and lifting the strut out of the wheel well. If the upper mount is to be replaced, remove the center retaining nut and slide off the mount. To install, place the upper mount over the top of the strut and install the nut if it was removed. Guide the strut assembly into position in the wheel well, pushing the upper mount studs through the holes in the shock tower. Install the three nuts and tighten them to the specified torque. Insert the steering knuckle into the lower mounting flange of the strut assembly and install the two bolts, using new bolts and nuts if recommended. Tighten the nuts to the specified torque. Finally, tighten the upper mount to strut assembly retaining nut to the specified torque. Remove the jack from under the control arm and install the disc brake caliper. Install the wheel, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque.
• Shock Absorber Assembly
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  Q: How to remove and install a rear hydraulic shock absorber on a Lincoln Continental with air suspension?

  A: Turn off the Air Suspension and disconnect the height sensor. Support it on jack stands and let the rear axle hang free until the shock absorbers vent. Compress the shock to remove the inner insulator and washer. Remove the side trim panel from the trunk to access the upper mounting nut. Remove the lower retaining nut or bolt and the shock absorber. Before installing a new shock, expel all air by extending and compressing it. Insert the shock rod through the upper mounting hole in the frame, and install the outer insulator, washer, and a new stud retaining nut. Align the lower shock eye in the bracket and install the bolt and nut. Extend the shock, insert the lower shock stud through the hole in the bracket, and install a new self-locking retaining nut. Attach the airline, remove the jack stands, and lower the vehicle.
• Shock Absorber Assembly
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  Q: How to remove and replace a front shock absorber?

  A: Remove the shock absorber's upper nut, washer, and bushing. Lift the vehicle and secure on jackstands. Detach the two bolts connecting the shock absorber to the lower control arm and remove it. Check the bushings and grommets for damage and replace if needed. Install a new, air-bled hydraulic shock absorber. Reinstall all bushings and grommets in their original order. Use a floor jack to lift the lower control arm if needed. If threads in the arm are damaged, use locknuts on the bolts. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque.