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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.
2000 Ford Excursion 4WD V10-6.8L VIN SFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Front
Lean Correction - Front, F-250, F-350, 4x4 and F-450, F-550
1. NOTE: Front side lean can be adjusted approximately 10 mm (3/8 inch) by installing shim D7TZ-5742-A on the low side. A vehicle that is low at the front can be raised by installing shims at both sides.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Support the axle.
3. Remove and discard the four nuts and two U-bolts.
4. Separate the front axle from the springs.
5. Turn the shim so the recess is facing upward.
6. Insert the shim between the spring and the spring seat.
^ Position the shim so the spring tie bolt is in the shim recess, the stud on the bottom of the shim is in the spring seat recess, and the shim is aligned with the spring.
7. Install two new U-bolts and four new nuts.
8. Remove the support from the axle.
9. Lower the vehicle.
1. NOTE: Front side lean can be adjusted approximately 10 mm (3/8 inch) by installing shim D7TZ-5742-A on the low side. A vehicle that is low at the front can be raised by installing shims at both sides.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Support the axle.
3. Remove and discard the four nuts and two U-bolts.
4. Separate the front axle from the springs.
5. Turn the shim so the recess is facing upward.
6. Insert the shim between the spring and the spring seat.
^ Position the shim so the spring tie bolt is in the shim recess, the stud on the bottom of the shim is in the spring seat recess, and the shim is aligned with the spring.
7. Install two new U-bolts and four new nuts.
8. Remove the support from the axle.
9. Lower the vehicle.
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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.