Expedition 2WD V8-5.4L (2009)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Camber And Caster Adjustment - Front
Camber and Caster Adjustment - Front
NOTICE: Do not remove the stabilizer bar brackets until the stabilizer links have been disconnected or damage to the stabilizer bar links may
occur.
NOTE: Air suspension vehicles must be at trim ride height prior to measuring or adjusting the caster, camber or toe.
NOTE: To allow for adjustment of the lower arm in the frame slots, the lower arm bolts and nuts must be removed and discarded. They are replaced
with cam bolt kit 3C333. The vehicle should be supported by the frame to ease movement of the lower arm in the slot.
1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturers instructions, measure the front caster and camber.
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Refer to Alignment Specifications in the Specifications portion for optimal alignment settings.
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If the caster and camber values are not within specification, go to the next step.
2. Remove and discard the lower arm front and rear nuts and bolts.
3. NOTICE: Do not hold the stabilizer link boot with any tool, as damage to the boot will occur.
NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nuts.
Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower nuts.
4. Remove the 4 stabilizer bar bracket nuts, 2 stabilizer bar brackets and position the stabilizer bar aside.
5. Remove the stabilizer bar bracket bolts and plate assembly.
6. Install the front cam bolt kit and loosely install the nut.
