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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1983ZEPHYR GS, 2.3 A, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)DRIVELINES & AXLESDRIVESHAFT & UNIVERSAL JOINTSDRIVE SHAFT ALIGNMENTCHECKING & ADJUSTMENTCHECKING
1983 Mercury Zephyr GS, 2.3 A, Automatic
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1983 Mercury Zephyr GS, 2.3 A, AutomaticSECTION Checking
- Apply load to attain curb height shown in pinion angle table. Height is measured from top of axle housing tube to bumper bracket on bottom of side rail (outer edge of side rail on Ford, Mercury, Continental and Mark VI). Position "V" magnet of inclinometer (T68P-4602-A) on drive shaft away from welds and balance weights.
- From left side of vehicle, position inclinometer on "V" magnet with adjusting screw to left. Adjust dial until left side of bubble is on zero line. Position inclinometer on "U" joint bearing cap in same relative position as it was on "V" magnet. Ford, Mercury, Continental and Mark VI models require placing inclinometer on bearing cap of circular flange.NOTE: Snap ring must be removed and reinstalled after reading is completed on circular flange cap bearings.
- Read position of bubble's left hand edge on scale to determine driveshaft pinion angle. Compare to angle specifications shown in table. If pinion angle is not within specifications, adjust to tolerances given in table.
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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.