Ford Ecosport: Suspension System - General Information / General Procedures - Front Toe Adjustment
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Adjustment
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface.
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NOTICE:
Make sure that the steering wheel lock is engaged.
NOTE:
Make sure that the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
Steering wheel in straight ahead position.
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Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the front toe.
Use the General Equipment: Wheel Alignment System
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NOTICE:
Hold the tie-rod end stationary with a wrench while loosening the nut or damage to the boot can occur.
On both sides.
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Position aside the steering gear boot clamp.
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Loosen the outer tie rod end jamb nut.
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NOTE:
Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the inner tie rod is rotated.
Rotate the inner tie-rods an equal amount in either a
clockwise or a counterclockwise direction to adjust the toe setting on
both sides.
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NOTE:
Do not disturb the toe settings while tightening the nut(s).
On both sides.
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Tighten the outer tie rod end jamb nut.
Torque:
46 lb.ft (63 Nm)
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Position the steering gear boot clamp.
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Recheck the toe settings and adjust as necessary.
Special Tool(s)
Alignment Pins, Subframe205-870
Adapter for 205-870205-870-01
Inspection and Verification
Verify the customer concern...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Do not use any tools or equipment to move the wheel and tire
assembly or suspension components while checking for relative movement...
Other information:
Special Tool(s)
Coolant/Battery RefractometerROB75240 or equivalent
D-Gas Adapter300-OTC014-R1068 or equivalent
Radiator Tester014-R1072 or equivalent
UView® Combustion Leak TesterUVU560000-R
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in ..
B0082:11, B0082:12, B0082:13, B0082:1A
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 46 for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
The RCM continuously monitors the passenger seatbelt load limiter circuits for the following faults:
Resistance out of range
Unexpected voltage
Short to ground
Faulted passenger seatbelt load limite..