Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1997)
1.
Inspect for welds on inside of left track bar bracket. See Figure 4.
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If welds are present, no track bar bracket service action is required for the vehicle. Lower vehicle and turn air suspension switch on, if
equipped. Return vehicle to the customer unless axle is to be replaced.
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If welds are not present, proceed to Track Bar Bracket Modification. In the rare case where the bracket has been separated from the frame, call
Renkim at 1-800-325-5621.
Track Bar Bracket Modification
1.
Lower vehicle.
2.
Remove spare tire assembly.
3.
On vehicles equipped with air suspension, vent air spring air pressure as follows:
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Turn air suspension switch on.
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Turn the ignition to the run position.
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Connect the NGS tester to the vehicle.
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Select 1997 4.6L/5.4L Expedition 4WAS module.
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Select "Air Suspension Control Mode: under "Active Command Modes" menu.
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Select "VENT REAR" to deflate rear air springs.
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Turn air suspension switch off.
4.
Install memory saver, then disconnect battery negative cable.
