Firenza V6-173 2.8L (1986)
4. Measure front suspension "Z" heights as specified in Service Manual. One method of taking this measurement is to stretch a string tightly between
the grease fittings on the bottom of the ball joints and measure the distance up from the string to the bottom surface of the suspension support. If the
side-to-side difference is greater than 6 mm (1/4 inch), correct the "Z" heights to equal settings. "Z" height can be increased by installing a new
service replacement spring that is one part number "stronger" (or more if required) than the original equiqment spring. Each subsequent spring code
will result in approximately 8 mm (3/8 inch) difference in "Z" height from the previous code.
5. Test drive the vehicle.
A. If the vehicle is fixed, OK Labor operation E3020 or E3021.
B. If the vehicle still torque steers, proceed to next step.
Figure 1
6. Measure transaxle heights - see Figure 1. Side-to-side transaxle heights should be equal. If side-to-side differences are greater than 6 mm (1/4 inch),
follow the engine shake-down procedure below:
A. Loosen the engine/transaxle to body mounts.
B. Start the vehicle and shift from reverse to drive slovvly three times to re-settle the engine/transaxle assembly.
