Mountaineer RWD V6-4.0L (2008)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Camber and Caster Adjustment - Front
Camber and Caster Adjustment - Front
1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the front caster and camber.
2. Loosen the upper arm bolt(s) and adjust the caster and camber settings. Refer to the following chart.
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When making adjustments that require moving both the front and the rear of the upper arm, move both ends of the arm equally.
3. NOTE: Make sure that the weight of the vehicle is on the wheels and that the caster and camber settings are not disturbed while tightening the
bolt(s).
Tighten the upper arm bolt(s) to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
4. NOTE: caster split adjustment can be made by loosening the LF lower arm rearward nut and adjusting the rear of the LF lower arm.
Remove and discard the LF lower control arm rearward nut.
5. NOTE: Do not fully tighten the nut and bolt at this time.
Install a new LF lower arm rearward nut.
6. Position the LF lower arm until the caster split is within specification.
7. NOTE: Make sure that the weight of the vehicle is on the wheels and that the caster settings are not disturbed while tightening the nut.
