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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996F 150 4WD PICKUP L6-300 4.9LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRTOE
1996 Ford F 150 4WD Pickup L6-300 4.9L
Toe
1996 Ford F 150 4WD Pickup L6-300 4.9LSECTION Toe
NOTE: Check the steering wheel spoke position when the front wheels are in the straight ahead position. If the spokes are not in the normal position, they can be adjusted while toe-in is being adjusted.
1. Loosen clamp bolts on each tie rod end sleeve.
2. Adjust toe-in.
NOTES:
^ If steering wheel spokes are in their normal position, lengthen or shorten both rods equally to obtain specified toe-in.
^ If spokes are not in normal position, make necessary rod adjustments to obtain specified toe-in and steering wheel spoke alignment.
1. Loosen clamp bolts on each tie rod end sleeve.
2. Adjust toe-in.
NOTES:
^ If steering wheel spokes are in their normal position, lengthen or shorten both rods equally to obtain specified toe-in.
^ If spokes are not in normal position, make necessary rod adjustments to obtain specified toe-in and steering wheel spoke alignment.
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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.