Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Toe Adjustment - Front

1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.

Toe Adjustment - Front

2. Turn the engine off, and hold the steering wheel in the straight forward position by attaching a rigid link from the steering wheel to the seat.

3. Check the toe settings. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.

4. Remove the clamps.

Toe Adjustment - Front

5. Loosen the nuts.

  • Clean and lubricate the nut(s) and front wheel spindle tie-rod threads.

Toe Adjustment - Front

6. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the front wheel spindle tie-rod (3280) is rotated.

Rotate the front wheel spindle tie-rods.

Toe Adjustment - Front

7. Tighten the nuts.

Toe Adjustment - Front

8. Install the clamps.

Toe Adjustment - Front

9. Recheck the toe settings. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.

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