Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Negative and Positive Camber
Camber is the vertical tilt of the wheel (1007) when viewed from the front. Camber can be positive or negative and has a direct effect on tire wear.
Caster
| Item | Part Number | Description |
| 1 | - | Positive caster |
| 2 | - | True vertical |
| 3 | - | Steering axis |
Caster is the deviation from vertical of an imaginary line drawn through the ball joints when viewed from the side. Caster specifications in this section will give the vehicle the best directional stability characteristics when loaded and driven. Caster setting is not related to tire wear.
Toe
Positive Toe (Toe In)
Negative Toe (Toe Out)
The vehicle toe setting affects tire wear and directional stability.
Ride Height
Front Ride Height Measurement
| Item | Description |
| 1 | Ride height = B - A |
| 2 | Measurement A |
| 3 | Measurement B |
Wheel Alignment Angles
Camber and toe are adjustable on the front suspension systems. Front camber
is adjusted by moving
the top of the strut and spring assembly. Rear camber is adjusted by means of
eccentric cams on the
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Rear Ride Height Measurement - GT and Base
Item
Description
1
Body reinforcement
2
Ride height (shortest distance)
3
Rear axle
Wheel Track
Item
Part Number
Description
1
-
Front track
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Other materials:
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve - Mach I
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve.
1. Disconnect the EGR tube upper fitting.
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose.
3. Remove the tw ...
Front Bumper Cover
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Mustang shown, GT and Cobra similar.
1. Remove the pin-type retainers and the radiator upper sight shield.
2. Remove the two pin-type retainers (one each side).
3. Remove the four front bumper cover nuts (two each side).
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Brake System (Description and Operation)
Component Locations
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The vehicle is equipped with a vacuum-assisted or a hydro-boost power braking
system.
The braking system is a front-to-rear split hydraulic system.
The front wheel brakes utilize a dual piston brake caliper and disc brake
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