Ranger 2WD V6-177 2.9L (1989)
NOTE:
THE EXPLORER IS ALREADY EQUIPPED WITH THE NEW RADIUS ARM BUSHINGS.
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Inspect the right and left side radius arm bushings for cracking, splitting, or wear. Replace the right and left side arm bushings with new Radius
Arm Bushings (F1TZ-3B203-B), medium brown color, if necessary. Refer to the appropriate Service Manual, Section 04-01C, for service details.
Pull/Drift Diagnostic Procedure
The Pull/Drift Diagnostic Procedure should be used if the pull or drift is not significantly reduced with the service procedure or in cases of a steady state
drift (no braking).
Test drive the vehicle with the customer to understand his/her pull or drift concern. Many customers will call a clear vision concern a pull or drift
because the steering wheel is not straight.
Pull or drifts come from various sources, each with a particular set of symptoms. Careful road test evaluation usually will pinpoint which cause (or
causes) is present.
Road Test
It is important to test drive the vehicle with the customer to UNDERSTAND HIS OR HER CONCERN.
Complete the road test before beginning any repairs since you may have multiple causes that need to be identified.
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The road test should be done on a flat, straight road and should be done in both directions to account for wind
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Tire pressure should be checked and adjusted, if necessary
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A second person in the vehicle during the road test is helpful. Unless otherwise directed, the second person must remain in the front RH passenger
location
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On vehicles with automatic locking hubs, it is necessary to drive 6 meters (20 feet) forward and then backward to unlock the hubs
