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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012EXPLORER AWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRCAMBER ADJUSTMENT - REAR
2012 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5L
Camber Adjustment - Rear
2012 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5LSECTION Camber Adjustment - Rear
Camber Adjustment - Rear
General Procedure
1. NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
NOTE: To allow for rear camber adjustment, the upper arm is slotted at the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle joint. Rear camber is adjusted from the factory with the wheel knuckle pushed inboard for maximum negative camber. If the camber is more negative than specification, the top of the wheel knuckle should be positioned outboard to adjust the rear camber to the positive position.
Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the rear camber.
2. Loosen the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle nut.
3. Position the wheel knuckle outboard to adjust the rear camber to the positive camber position.
4. Tighten the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle nut.
- Tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
5. Recheck the rear camber and toe.
- Adjust as necessary.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.