Pinion Angle
NOTE:
Pinion angle information not available for Escape and F250-F550 Super Duty Pickups.
WARNING:
On vehicles with electronic air suspension, suspension system must be disabled prior to hoisting or jacking. See DISABLING ELECTRONIC AIR SUSPENSION under MAINTENANCE.
Place Anglemaster II Driveline Inclinometer (164-R2402) in a vertical position, flush against 2 differential cover retaining bolts. Note pinion angle. Compare noted angle with Empty Angle Degree specification (Econoline) or Pinion Angle specification (all others). See appropriate illustration under DRIVELINE ANGLE SPECIFICATIONS . If pinion angle is not as specified, inspect rear suspension mounting. See appropriate REAR article in SUSPENSION.