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Alignment - Specification Clarification

Article No. 85-25-17

SUSPENSION - FRONT - ALIGNMENT - SPECIFICATION CLARIFICATION

LIGHT TRUCK 1986 AEROSTAR

SPECIFICATIONSALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS:




The alignment chart shown on page 5-01-9 of the Shop Manual should be replaced with the following chart to improve clarity by revising the chart layout.
Vehicle Requirements For Alignment
^ Do not attempt to check and adjust front wheel alignment without first making a preliminary inspection of the front-end parts.
^ Check all the factors of front wheel alignment, except the turning angle before making any adjustments. Check the turning angle only after caster camber and toe have been adjusted to specifications. Check the front wheel alignment under the following curb load conditions:
1. Gasoline tank, oil level, and radiator filled to specification.
2. Spare tire, wheel, jack, and jack handle in position.
3. Front seats in rearmost position.
4. All other loading removed.
5. All tires inflated to specified pressure (cold).
6. All excessive mud, dirt, and road deposit accumulation removed from chassis and underbody.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: None
WARRANTY STATUS: "INFORMATION ONLY"