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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1986CAPRI GS, 2.3 A, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)SUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTWHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURESTOE-IN
1986 Mercury Capri GS, 2.3 A, Standard
Wheel Alignment Specifications & Procedures: Toe-In
1986 Mercury Capri GS, 2.3 A, StandardSECTION Toe-In
NOTE:
When tie rod jam nuts are loosened for adjustment, threads must be cleaned, lubed and tightened. DO NOT grip threads while loosening jam nut or tear rubber boot on tie rod during adjustment.
- Start engine (power steering only). Move steering wheel back and forth several times until wheel is centered. Turn off engine. Lock steering wheel into position with steering wheel holder.
- Loosen jam nuts on each tie rod assembly. Adjust toe. If steering wheel spokes are in their normal position, lengthen or shorten both tie rods equally to obtain correct toe.
- When toe and steering wheel spoke position are both correct, lubricate jam nuts and tighten. The jam nuts and boots on each side of vehicle must be positioned as shown inFig 1 .
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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.