Wheel Alignment Specifications & Procedures Ford Festiva I

RIDING HEIGHT

Before adjusting alignment, check riding height. Riding height must be checked with vehicle on level floor and tires properly inflated. Bounce vehicle several times and allow suspension to settle.

Visually inspect vehicle for signs of abnormal height from front to rear or side to side. Check passenger and luggage compartments for extra heavy items and remove if present.

Note. Ride height between left and right side of vehicle should vary less than .4" (10 mm).

Note. Riding height specifications are not available.

CAMBER ADJUSTMENT

Note. (Scheme 1)for view of camber adjustment procedures.

Scheme 1

TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Note. (Scheme 2)-5 for view of toe-in adjustment procedures.

Scheme 2

Scheme 3

JACKING & HOISTING

Note. The JACKING & HOISTING illustrations are not intended to represent the exact structure of each vehicle's frame, underbody or body outline. They are presented only to give the mechanic some point of reference.

FRAME & UNDERBODY

The following illustrations indicate areas (parts) of the underbody and frame which may be used to raise and support the vehicle, using either floor jack or hoist. These points are indicated by shaded areas on the frame. (Scheme 4)

OUTERBODY

Those points designated on the outline of the body were specifically designed to facilitate the use of the vehicle's own jack. These jacking points are indicated by circular dots on the outline of the body. (Scheme 4) If floor jack or hoist is employed, extreme care should be exercised to avoid damaging the outer body shell.

Jacking & Hoisting Points. Scheme 4

1. Examine vehicle and ensure front or rear end is not higher or lower than normal, and ensure vehicle is level from side to side. If in doubt, compare with a new vehicle (if possible).
2. Measure height of fender cutout rim above wheel center at all 4 wheels, and compare left and right side measurements at both front and rear. Side-to-side variation should not exceed 0.4" (10 mm). These measurements should not be made from floor. Unequal tire wear would add to the variance.
3. Remove any unusually heavy items before checking suspension. If loading is normal but vehicle is not level, check for spring damage, spring set, or non-standard replacement springs. Repair or replace as necessary. (Scheme 5)

Scheme 5

PRE-ALIGNMENT CHECKS

Note. Prior to performing wheel alignment, perform preliminary visual and mechanical inspection of wheels, tires and suspension components. See ALIGNMENT THEORY/OPERATION article in this section.

FESTIVA

WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (FESTIVA)

TRACER - FRONT

WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (TRACER - FRONT)

TRACER - REAR

WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (TRACER - REAR)