Engine Angle

WARNING: On vehicles with electronic air suspension, suspension system MUST be disabled prior to hoisting or jacking. See DISABLING ELECTRONIC AIR SUSPENSION under MAINTENANCE.

NOTE: Ensure that all engine and transmission mounts are in good condition before performing this procedure.

Rotate drive shaft until transmission yoke ear is parallel to floor. Place protractor flush against ear on yoke. If slip yoke is not machined, place protractor against bottom of starter. See Fig 1 . Measure and record reading. Subtract frame angle from reading obtained in this step to obtain engine angle.
If engine angle is greater than specification by one degree or more, loosen but DO NOT remove engine and transmission mount fasteners. See Fig 2 -Figure . Tighten engine and transmission mount fasteners. Repeat step 1). If angle is still out of specification, install shims under transmission mount and rear crossmember until correct angle is obtained.

Fig 1: Measuring Engine Angle
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Fig 2: Determining Driveline Angles (1996 Aerostar)
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Fig 3: Determining Driveline Angles (1997 Aerostar)
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Fig 4: Determining Rear Driveline Angles (1996 Ranger 2WD)
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Fig 5: Determining Driveline Angles (1996 Ranger 4WD)
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Fig 6: Determining Rear Driveline Angles (1997 Ranger 2WD)
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Fig 7: Determining Driveline Angles (1997 Ranger 4WD)
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