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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN2012MKS AWD V6-3.5L TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMESERVICE AND REPAIRSIDE IMPACT REINFORCEMENT
2012 Lincoln MKS AWD V6-3.5L Turbo
Side Impact Reinforcement
2012 Lincoln MKS AWD V6-3.5L TurboSECTION Side Impact Reinforcement
Side Impact Reinforcement
Side Protection and Cabin Enhancement (SPACE(R)) Tube
NOTE: The Side Protection and Cabin Enhancement (SPACE(R)) tube is a 2-piece assembly, right or left side can be replaced individually.
1. Remove the front seats and center console assembly.
2. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel and scuff plate(s).
3. Remove the rear seat bottom assembly.
- Release the 2 locking tabs at the front of the seat cushion and remove the seat.
4. Remove the rear carpet.
- Remove the 2 pushpins and remove the carpet.
5. Remove and discard the 4 Side Protection and Cabin Enhancement (SPACE(R)) tube-to-floor bolts from the affected side and remove the SPACE(R) tube assembly.
- Remove the center mounting nuts and position aside the sensor bracket.
Installation
1. NOTE: Center mounting stud(s) torque needs to be rechecked after removing the nuts. Studs need to maintain torque value of 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
Position the SPACE(R) tube and install new tube-to-floor bolts.
- Install the sensor bracket and center mounting nuts.
- Tighten all fasteners to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
2. Install the lower B-pillar trim panel and scuff plate(s).
3. Install the front seats and center console assembly.
4. Install the rear carpet and rear seat bottom.
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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.