Camber Adjustment - Rear

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before tightening any suspension bushing fasteners, the suspension must be at the bushing fastener tightening position or incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

NOTE: When making rear alignment adjustments, it is important to know that when adjustments are made to the rear camber the rear toe setting will be affected. Also when adjusting the rear toe the rear camber setting will be affected. It will be necessary to check the rear toe whenever rear camber adjustments are made and to check the rear camber whenever rear toe adjustments are made.

Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the rear camber.
Loosen the lower arm cam bolt.
Rotate the camber adjustment bolt until the camber setting is within specifications.

Fig 1: Locating Camber Setting Position
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Before tightening any suspension bushing fasteners, the weight of the vehicle must be resting on the wheels and tires or incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

NOTE: Do not allow the camber cam adjuster to rotate while tightening the bolt.

Tighten the lower arm cam bolt to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
Recheck the rear camber and toe.
- Adjust as necessary.