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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997EXPLORER 4D UTILITY, 4.0 E, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 66 (WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES)ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WD
Alignment Specifications
1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WDSECTION Alignment Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Preferred | Range | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camber | |||||||
| Front (1) | -0.25 | -0.75 To 0.25 | |||||
| Rear (1) | 0 | -0.40 To 0.40 | |||||
| Caster | |||||||
| Left Front (1) | 3.30 | N/A | |||||
| Right Front (1) | 3.80 | N/A | |||||
| Toe-In (1) | |||||||
| Front | -0.10 | -0.40 To 0.20 | |||||
| Rear | 0.06 | -0.34 To 0.46 | |||||
| Toe-In (2) | |||||||
| Front | -0.05 (-1.5) | -0.20 To 0.10 (-5 To 2.5) | |||||
| Rear | -0.03 (-1) | -0.17 To 0.23 (-4 To 6) | |||||
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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.