Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2003)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Camber and Caster Adjustment
Wheel Alignment
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. NOTE: A caster split adjustment can be made by turning an adjustment bolt located on the RF lower arm rearward frame mounting.
