Lean Correction - Front, F-250, F-350, 4x4 and F-450, F-550

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Front side lean can be adjusted approximately 10 mm (3/8 in.) by installing shim D7TZ-5742-A on the low side. A vehicle that is low at the front can be raised by installing shims at both sides.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Support the axle.

Fig 1: Identifying Support Axle
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Remove and discard the four nuts and two U-bolts.

Fig 2: Removing And Discard Four Nuts And Two U-Bolts
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Separate the front axle from the springs.

Fig 3: Separating Front Axle From Springs
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Turn the shim so the recess is facing upward.

Fig 4: Turning Shim So Recess Is Facing Upward
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Insert the shim between the spring and the spring seat.
- Position the shim so the spring tie bolt is in the shim recess, the stud on the bottom of the shim is in the spring seat recess, and the shim is aligned with the spring.
Fig 5: Inserting Shim Between Spring And Spring Seat
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Install two new U-bolts and four new nuts.

Fig 6: Installing Two New U-Bolts And Four New Nuts
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Remove the support from the axle.

Fig 7: Removing Support From Axle
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Lower the vehicle.