Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Negative and Positive Camber

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

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)

Positive Toe (Toe In)

Negative Toe (Toe Out)

Negative Toe (Toe Out)

The vehicle toe setting affects tire wear and directional stability.

Ride Height

Front Ride Height Measurement

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 ...

    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 ...

    Other materials:

    Supercharger Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding
    Draining WARNING: Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is operating or when the cooling system is hot. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the cooling system or engine or personal injury. To avoid having scalding hot ...

    Audio Unit
    Torque Specifications Audio System The Mustang is available with the following audio systems: M100 CD AM/FM CDX6-AM/FM with six CD in-dash MP3 single CD AM/FM (optional) The M100 system is equipped with four premium speakers. The CDX6 six ...

    Generator - 3.8L
    Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery (10655). For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Relieve the accessory drive belt (8620) tension and remove the belt from the generator pulley. Leave the belt in place for reinstallation ...