Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
Wobble or shimmy | Bent wheel | INSTALL a new wheel as necessary. |
Damaged tire | INSTALL a new tire as necessary. | |
Loose wheel nuts | TIGHTEN to specification. | |
High-speed shake | Tires/wheels | |
Vehicle vibration | Tires/wheels |
Pinpoint Tests
Inner Edge, Shoulder Wear
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).
PINPOINT TEST A : INNER EDGE, SHOULDER WEAR
A1 MEASURE THE TREAD DEPTH
Using a tread depth gauge or similar tool, measure the inside edge/shoulder tread depth.
Is the tread depth greater than 1.588 mm (0.0625 in) ?
Yes | ROTATE the wheel and tire assemblies. CHECK and ADJUST the toe to nominal +0.15 degrees (toe in). CHECK and ADJUST caster and camber to nominal. REFER to: Front Camber Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures). |
|---|---|
No | INSTALL a new tire(s). CHECK and ADJUST the toe to nominal. CHECK and ADJUST caster and camber to nominal. REFER to: Front Camber Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures). |
Outer Edge, Shoulder Wear
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).
PINPOINT TEST B : OUTER EDGE, SHOULDER WEAR
B1 MEASURE THE TREAD DEPTH
Using a tread depth gauge or similar tool, measure the outside edge/shoulder tread depth.
Is the tread depth greater than 1.588 mm (0.0625 in) ?
Yes ROTATE the wheel and tire assemblies.
CHECK and ADJUST the toe to nominal -0.15 degrees (toe out). CHECK and ADJUST
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