LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Ford >> 2009 >> Flex Limited, FWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 1964 (Suspension System - General Information) >> General Procedures >> Toe Adjustment - Rear

Toe 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: When making rear alignment adjustments, it is important to know that when adjustments are made to the rear toe the rear camber setting will be affected. Also when adjusting the rear camber the rear toe setting will be affected. It will be necessary to check the rear camber whenever rear toe adjustments are made and to check the rear toe whenever rear camber adjustments are made.
  1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the rear toe.
  2. Loosen the toe link inboard bolt.
  3. Rotate the toe link adjuster cam until the toe setting is within specifications.
  4. 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: Do not allow the toe link adjuster can to rotate while tightening the bolt.
  5. Tighten the toe link inboard bolt to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
  6. Recheck the rear toe and camber.
    • Adjust as necessary.