Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2003 Lincoln Aviator AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Specifications
General Specifications (1 Of 2)
| General Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Item | Specification |
| Ride Height (4x2) | |
| Front | 14 mm (0.55 in) ± 8 mm (0.32 in) |
| Rear | 79 mm (3.11 in) ± 11 mm (0.44 in) |
| Ride Height (4x4) | |
| Front | 12 mm (0.48 in) ± 8 mm (0.32 in) |
| Rear (vehicles built before 12/02) | 78 mm (3.07 in) ± 11 mm (0.44 in) |
| Rear (vehicles built after 12/02) | 86 mm (3.38 in) ± 11 mm (.044 in) |
| Vehicle lean (side-to-side height differences) | |
| Front-maximum | 7 mm (0.28 in) |
| Rear-maximum | 8 mm (0.32 in) |
| Wheel Track | |
| Wheel track | 0.6 mm (0.02 in) |
| Dogtracking | |
| Dogtracking-maximum (centerline of front tires compared to centerline of rear tires) | 30 mm (1.18 in) |
| Ball joint end play | |
| Lower ball joint-maximum vertical | 0.8 mm (0.03 in) |
| Upper ball joint-maximum vertical | 0.8 mm (0.03 in) |
| Cleaners - Wheel | |
| Custom Bright Metal Cleaner 8A-19522-A | ESR-M5B194-B |
General Specifications (2 Of 2)
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Tire balance weight | |
| Maximum balance weight (total of inner and outer wheel flange) | 170 g (6.0 oz) |
| Tire Inflation | |
| Tires | See safety certification sticker located on driver door jamb. |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.