Wednesday, March 26, 2014
How to Remove a Lincoln Air Line
Lincoln vehicles have a self-leveling suspension system that uses air pressure to ensure each corner of the vehicle sits in the proper position. When an air line -- another component of a Lincoln air suspension system -- becomes damaged, You must remove and replace it to keep the suspension working correctly. The air line connections used by Lincoln employ a quick-release system that uses a ring and a brass fitting to secure the air line to the shocks, solenoid and pump providing air for the system.
Instructions
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Move the Lincoln to a hard, level work surface. Set the parking brake. Open the trunk, and locate the air suspension switch. Turn the switch to the "Off" position.
2Set one wheel chock in front of each of the vehicles front tires. Set a floor jack at an approved lifting point at the back of the vehicle. Pump the floor jack to raise the rear tires of the Lincoln off the ground. Place one jack stand under the frames, directly in front of each rear tire. Lift and support the front of the vehicle.
3Clean the connecting point between an air line and another component of the air suspension system by wiping around the air line with a clean rag.
4Push the red or orange collar -- sitting at the point the air line meets the suspension component -- toward the connection. Pull the air line away from the connection. Repeat the process to disconnect the other end of the air line from the suspension.
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
How to Remove the Transmission Cooling Line on a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500
Removing the cooling lines from the transmission in your Dodge truck is an essential step in removing the transmission or transmission cooler. If you have a damaged transmission cooling line, youll need to remove it before you can install a new one. Transmission cooling lines are available from your Dodge dealer as well as from many auto parts stores. If you are working on your Rams transmission fluid cooler or transmission and the lines are in good shape, you can reuse them.
Instructions
- 1
Position a jack under the front of your Ram and raise it off the ground. Place a set of jack stands under the frame to support the truck, then remove the jack.
2Slide an oil drain pan under the transmission cooler, under the front of the Ram. Slide a quick-disconnect tool onto the cooling line and slide it into the fitting, releasing the connector. Pull the line off the transmission cooler.
3Follow the line back to the transmission and locate the fitting on the transmission case. Position another drain pan under this end of the line, then loosen the fitting on the line with a wrench.
4Turn the fitting counterclockwise until it is free from the transmission, then carefully slide the line back and out from under the truck. Repeat the process on the second line if you need to remove it as well.
Sunday, October 13, 2013
How to Lubricate Fuel Line Fittings
Improper lubrication can lead to fuel fittings leaking fuel into a vehicles engine compartment, potentially causing major damage to the vehicle or severe injury to people in the area. Proper lubrication allows the fuel line fitting to slide together without tearing the delicate o-rings designed to keep fuel from leaking from the connections. Special lubricants are not required as they can contaminate the fuel passing through the finished fuel line connections.
Instructions
- 1
Wipe around the end of a male fuel line fitting with a clean rag. Inspect the o-ring sitting in a groove 1/8 to 3/16 inch in from the end of the fitting.
2Pull a damaged o-ring off the male fuel line fitting. Push a new o-ring on the end of the fitting until it seats in groove running around the end of the fitting.
3Dip one finger in clean motor oil. Run your finger around the o-ring until it is coated with a thin layer of motor oil. Allow the oil to sit on the o-ring for three to five minutes.
4Slide the male fuel line fitting into the opening of a female fuel line fitting.
Saturday, October 12, 2013
How to Remove the Lower Trans Cooler Line on a 1989 Jeep XJ
Removing the steel cooling lines from the radiator to the transmission on your 1989 Jeep Cherokee may be necessary if the line cracks or other damage is detected on the line or fitting. The line runs from the passengers side of the radiator on the Jeep to the passengers side of the transmission and carries transmission fluid from the transmission to the radiator for cooling before returning the fluid to the transmission. A defective or leaking line will cause fluid level drop in the transmission, damaging the internal components or parts.
Instructions
- 1
Raise the front of your Jeep with a jack and position a set of jack stands under the front axle to support it. Lower the jack, allowing the Jeep to settle onto the jack stands.
2Slide under the passengers side of the Jeep and locate the cooling line at the radiator. Place an oil drip pan on the ground below the line at the transmission and at the radiator then use a wrench to turn the fitting on the line counterclockwise to loosen it.
3Slide the fitting out of the radiator and down the line. Follow the line from the radiator to the transmission. Loosen the fitting where it enters the transmission with a wrench then pull the line out of the transmission.
4Slide the line back from the transmission and drop it out from under the Jeep. Slide it out from under the Jeep and discard it.
