Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1999)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Caster and Camber
1. Loosen the upper suspension arm nuts to a point where the joints are snug.
2. NOTE: A pry bar can be used between the front suspension upper arm and the frame pocket to aid in moving the arm.
To increase caster and camber, use the following steps.
1
To increase caster, move the front of the front suspension upper arm outboard and move the rear of the front suspension upper arm inboard.
2
To increase camber, move the front suspension upper arm outboard equally.
3. To decrease caster and camber, use the following steps.
1
To decrease caster, move the front of the front suspension upper arm inboard and move the rear of the front suspension upper arm outboard.
2
To decrease camber, move the front suspension on upper arm inboard equally.
4. NOTE: Each increment of the notches on the frame pocket represents 0.3°.
Set the caster and camber to specifications.
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If a caster increase of 0.9° is required, move the front of the front suspension upper arm outboard by 3 notches and move the rear of the front
suspension upper arm inboard by 3 notches.