Lincoln Navigator: Suspension System - General Information / Rear Camber Adjustment. General Procedures

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Activation

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the rear camber.
   Use the General Equipment: Wheel Alignment System

1. 
   Remove the upper arm-to-frame bolt and the camber set shim.
   
   • Discard the camber set shim.
     
   • Install and snug the upper arm-to frame bolt.
     

1. NOTE: Do not allow the upper arm to move and change the camber adjustment setting when tightening the bolt.

   Position the upper arm-to-frame bolt in the upper arm-to-frame slot until the camber setting is within specification.
   
   1. Move the upper arm inboard or outboard to adjust rear camber as necessary.
      
   2. Install and tighten the upper arm-to-frame bolt
      Torque: 166 lb.ft (225 Nm)

1. Recheck alignment to verify camber change and adjust rear toe if necessary.
   Refer to: Rear Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).