Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Toe Adjustment - Front
1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
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.
5. Loosen the nuts.
- Clean and lubricate the nut(s) and front wheel spindle tie-rod threads.
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.
7. Tighten the nuts.
8. Install the clamps.
9. Recheck the toe settings. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Camber Adjustment - Rear
1. Loosen the nut.
2. Rotate the bolt and the cam to the correct camber setting.
3. Tighten the nut while holding the bolt and the cam stationary.
4. Recheck the wheel alignment. Follow the manu ...
Toe Adjustment - Rear
1. Loosen the nuts.
To prevent damage to the ball joints, hold the tie-rod ends while
loosening the nuts.
2. Rotate the toe link to the correct toe setting.
3. Tighten the nuts.
To ...
Other materials:
Engine (Installation)
Special Tool(s)
Heavy Duty Floor Crane
014-00071 or equivalent
Spreader Bar
303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or
equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent ...
Assembly
1. Carry out the following before reassembling:
Inspect the gears for broken or cracked teeth. Check for unusual wear
patterns.
Inspect the thrust washers for face wear, cracks, scoring and for signs
of heat damage.
Inspect the bearings, bearing cups a ...
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the
drive pinion
bearing preload adjustment.
CAUTION: Do not allow the calipers to hang from the brake hoses ...
