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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1988BRONCO 4.9 Y, STANDARD, M5OD-R2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTWHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURESPRE-ALIGNMENT CHECKSVEHICLE CHECKS
1988 Ford Bronco 4.9 Y, Standard, M5OD-R2
Vehicle Checks
1988 Ford Bronco 4.9 Y, Standard, M5OD-R2SECTION Vehicle Checks
Prior to making wheel alignment adjustments, check and adjust the following items:
- Tire pressure must be inflated to manufacturer's recommended specifications.Tires should be equal in size and type. Runout must not be excessive. Tires and wheels should be in balance.
- Wheel bearings must be properly adjusted. Steering linkage and suspension must not have excessive wear and/or looseness. Check for wear in tie rod ends and ball joints.
- Steering gear box must not have excessive play. Check and adjust to manufacturer's specifications.
- Vehicle must be at correct ride height with full fuel load and spare tire in vehicle. No extra load should be on vehicle.
- Vehicle must be level with floor and with suspension settled. Jounce front and rear of vehicle several times and allow it to settle to normal ride height.
- Ensure steering wheel spokes are centered with front wheels in straight-ahead position, correct by shortening one tie rod adjusting sleeve and lengthening opposite sleeve equal amounts.
- Ensure wheel lug nuts are tightened to torque specifications.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.