Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
Absorber (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). | ||
Spring(s) | MEASURE the ride height. REFER to: Ride Height Measurement (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures). INSTALL new springs as necessary. REFER to: Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation). or REFER to: Spring (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). | |
Damaged suspension component(s) | INSTALL new suspension component(s) as necessary. |
Pinpoint Tests
Vehicle Drifts, Pulls
Diagnostic Overview
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Possible Causes
Unevenly loaded vehicle Tire pressure Tire forces Brake drag Incorrect vehicle alignment Bent/damaged vehicle components Steering system
PINPOINT TEST A : VEHICLE DRIFTS, PULLS
A1 CHECK FOR UNEVENLY LOADED VEHICLE
Visually check the vehicle for an uneven loading condition.
Is the vehicle unevenly loaded?
Yes | ADVISE the customer of uneven loading condition. |
|---|---|
No | GO to A2 |
A2 CHECK THE TIRE PRESSURES AND TIRE CONDITIONS
Check the tire pressures: REFER to VC label. REFER to: REFER to: Identification Codes (100-01 Identification Codes, Description and Operation). Check the tires for uneven/abnormal wear: REFER to: REFER to: Wheels and Tires (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Diagnosis and Testing).
Are the tire pressures and tire conditions OK?
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