Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Camber Adjustment - Rear
Camber Adjustment - Rear
1. Index-mark the upper arm inboard bolt to the frame.
2. NOTE: The upper arm inboard flag nut must be removed and replaced with a non-flag nut to allow for the adjustment of the arm in the frame slot.
Remove and discard the upper arm inboard flag nut and install a non-flag nut.
3. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the rear camber.
4. NOTE: The weight of the vehicle must be off of the wheels in order to adjust the rear camber.
NOTE: For camber adjustment, 1 mm (0.03 inch) of movement equals 0.24 degrees of camber.
NOTE: To decrease the camber, move the upper arm inward. To increase the camber, move the upper arm outward.
Position the upper arm until the camber setting is within specification.
5. NOTE: Make sure that the camber settings are not disturbed while tightening the nut.
Tighten the upper arm inboard nut to 250 Nm (185 ft. lbs.).
6. Recheck the camber settings and adjust as necessary.
7. Check and, if necessary, adjust the rear toe.