Lincoln Corsair: Suspension System - General Information / General Procedures - Rear Camber Adjustment
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
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Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the rear camber.
Use the General Equipment: Wheel Alignment System
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Loosen the upper arm-to-frame bolt counterclockwise (CCW) through 2 complete turns.
Torque:
Stage 1:
159 lb.in (18 Nm)
Stage 2:
98 lb.ft (133 Nm)
Stage 3:
90°
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Move the upper arm inboard or outboard to adjust rear camber as necessary.
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Recheck alignment to verify camber change and adjust rear toe if necessary.
Refer to: Rear Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface.
NOTE:
Before carrying out a toe adjustment, check the tires for
the correct pressure...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Do not use any tools or equipment to move the wheel and tire
assembly or suspension components while checking for relative movement...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Remove the RKE exterior sounder.
Disconnect the RKE exterior sounder electrical connector.
Remove the RKE exterior sounder...
The
differential allows the halfshafts and wheels to rotate at different
speeds during cornering. The differential assembly consists of the
following components:
Differential carrier
Two pinion gears
Two side gears
When
driving in a straight line, both front wheels rotate at relatively the
same speed...