Aviator 2WD V8-4.6L DOHC (2003)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front
Camber and Caster Adjustment
Front Camber and Caster Adjustment
1. NOTE: The upper arm-to-frame mounting bolts have set shims that must be replaced with washers (W-705040-S426) to allow for adjustment of
the arm in the frame slot. The vehicle should be supported by the lower arm to ease movement of the upper arm in the slot.
Remove the nuts and the shims.
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Discard the nuts and shims.
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Install new washers (W-705040-S426) and nuts and snug the nuts.
2. To adjust the caster and camber refer to the chart.
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Make adjustments that require moving the front and the rear of the upper arm equally.
3. Tighten the nuts.
4. Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe.
Caster Split Adjustment
Front Caster Split Adjustment
NOTE: A new left hand lower arm-to-frame rearward mounting bolt must be installed with a cam bolt kit to allow for adjustment in the frame slot.
The vehicle must be supported by the frame to ease the movement of the lower arm in the frame slot.
