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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2011EDGE AWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRCAMBER ADJUSTMENT - FRONT
2011 Ford Edge AWD V6-3.5L
Camber Adjustment - Front
2011 Ford Edge AWD V6-3.5LSECTION Camber Adjustment - Front
Camber Adjustment - Front
NOTE: Front camber is adjusted through the use of the upper strut plate. Rotating the upper strut plate 180 degrees will change the camber +0.5 degrees.
1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the camber.
2. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower nut and disconnect the link from the lower arm.
- To install, tighten the new nut to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
3. Remove and discard the 4 strut upper mounting plate nuts.
- To install, tighten the new nuts to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
4. Using a suitable jack, raise the vehicle body enough to allow the front strut upper plate mounting studs to clear the frame.
5. NOTE: Rotating the upper strut plate 180 degrees will change the camber +0.5 degrees.
Rotate the upper mounting plate 180 degrees.
6. Recheck the front camber settings.
7. Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe. For additional information, refer to Toe Adjustment- Front Toe Adjustment - Front.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.