F 150 Heritage 4WD Pickup V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Camber and Caster Adjustment
Camber and Caster Adjustment - 4X4
1. Loosen the nuts to a point where the upper suspension arm joints are snug.
2. NOTE: A pry bar can be used between the upper control 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 upper control arm outboard and move the rear of the upper control arm inboard.
2
To increase camber, move the upper control arm outboard equally.
3. To decrease caster and camber, use the following steps.
1
To decrease caster, move the front of the upper control arm inboard and move the rear of the upper control arm outboard.
2
To decrease camber, move the upper control arm inboard equally.
4. NOTE: Each increment of the notches on the frame pocket represents 0.3 degree.
Set the caster and camber to specifications.
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If a caster increase of 0.9 degree is required, move the front of the upper control arm outboard by 3 notches and move the rear of the upper
control arm inboard by 3 notches.
