Adjustment
1.
NOTE: This operation must be performed with the vehicle on a level, flat, horizontal surface.
When using specific wheel alignment equipment, the equipment manufacturer's instructions must be followed.
2. Inspect all suspension components for signs of damage or wear.
3. Check and, if necessary, adjust the tire pressure to the norm. Make sure that the weight of the vehicle corresponds to its own weight, and that the jack, spare tire and tool are in their designated places. Additional elements should be removed from the vehicle.
4. Rock the car (as if testing shock absorbers) to ensure that the suspension is in its normal resting position.
5. Using the appropriate wheel alignment equipment (for four wheels), check the wheel alignment.
6. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Section 100-02 for additional information.
7. Set the suspension to the design height. Refer to Section 204-00 for additional information.
8. Loosen the nut.
9. Tighten the nut.
10. Lower the suspension out of the calculated height position.
11. Install the spring. For more information, refer to the Spring chapter in this section.
12. Lower the vehicle.
- Rock the car (as if testing shock absorbers) to ensure that the suspension is in its normal resting position.
13. Adjust the wheel alignment.
- To achieve the desired wheel alignment, rotate the bolt and eccentric washer.
14. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Section 100-02 for additional information.
15. Tighten the nut.
16. Use a 32mm socket wrench.
[This publication was borrowed from the website: FORDBOOK.ru]