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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 964 (SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION)GENERAL PROCEDURESTOE ADJUSTMENT
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W

Toe Adjustment

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Toe Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be turned off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
  1. If equipped, turn the air suspension service switch to the OFF position.
    2. WARNING: If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM .
  2. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the toe settings.
  3. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
  4. Turn the engine OFF, and hold the steering wheel in the "straight-ahead" position using a suitable holding device.
  5. Remove the clamps.
    Fig 1: Removing Clamps
    G04582707Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Loosen the outer tie-rod end jam nuts.
    • Clean and lubricate the nuts and the tie-rod end threads.
      Fig 2: Loosening Outer Tie-Rod End Jam Nuts
      G04582708Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    7. NOTE: Do not allow the bellows boot to twist when the tie rod is rotated.
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