Ford Explorer: Rear Suspension / Description and Operation - Rear Suspension - Overview
Overview
The rear suspension consists of the following components:
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Coil springs
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Lower arm and bushing assemblies
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Stabilizer bar and links
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Toe links
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Upper arms
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Lower arm vertical links
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Wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies
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Wheel knuckles
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Wheel studs
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Suspension height sensor
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Dynamically controlled shock absorbers
The
rear suspension uses 2 parallel arms (1 upper and 1 lower). Each arm
has a mounting position to the chassis and an attachment at the wheel
knuckle. This suspension allows the wheels to react to road
imperfections independent of each other. The shock absorber mounts to
the whel knuckle and along with the spring, controls vertical movement.
The stabilizer bar and links control suspension lean/sway.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Inspection and Verification - Engine Performance
NOTE:
There are 2 diagnostic paths that can be followed depending
on the type of engine concern. Carry out Inspection and Verification -
Engine Performance or Inspection and Verification - NVH.
Some engines and
transmissions are equipped with PTLP (powertrain limiting and
protection) strategy that will limit power under various conditions to..
System Operation
System Diagram - Memory Seat
Item
Description
1
HS-CAN1
2
PCM
3
BCM
4
HS-CAN1
5
Ignition Switch
6
GWM
7
Memory Set Switch
8
Driver Seat Control Switch
9
MS-CAN
10
DSM
11
MS-CAN
12
DDM
13
Memory Power Seat Motors
Network Message Chart..
Categories
4 Inch Display

A - Tachometer.
B - Information display.
C - Speedometer.
D - Fuel gauge.
E - Engine coolant temperature gauge.
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