E 150 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.2L VIN 2 (1997)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Preliminary Inspection
CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust front wheel alignment without making a preliminary inspection of the suspension and repairing or replacing
components, as necessary.
PRIOR TO INSPECTION:
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Fill all fluids to specification.
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Make sure spare tire or wheel and related equipment are properly stored.
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Remove any excessive accumulation of mud, dirt or road deposits from the chassis and underbody.
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Retain all normal loads in the vehicle. Inflate all tires to the pressure specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (usually located on
the inside driver door pillar).
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Check both front tires and make sure they are the same size, ply rating, and load range.
INSPECTION
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Inflate all tires to specified pressure (cold).
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Check for excessive front wheel bearing end play. Adjust or replace the front wheel bearings.
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Check for worn or damaged spindle or ball joints. Replace the ball joints or spindle.
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Check for bent steering linkage or excessively worn joints.
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Check the steering gear mounting bolts and tighten to the specified torque.
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Check other suspension components for wear or damage.
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Check for aftermarket changes to steering, suspension, wheel and tire components (i.e., competition, heavy-duty, etc.). Specifications in this
manual do not apply to vehicles with aftermarket changes.
