2001 Lincoln LS Rear Camber Issue: Can It Be Adjusted?

If your 2001 Lincoln LS shows uneven rear camber (right side more negative than left), here's the hard truth: the factory rear suspension has no camber adjustment.

Factory Design

The LS uses a non-adjustable multi-link rear suspension. The only factory alignment adjustment is front toe via tie-rod turnbuckles. Rear camber and toe are fixed by the geometry of the control arms, subframe, and knuckle.

Why Camber Goes Out of Spec

1. Bent components: A curb strike, pothole, or accident can bend a control arm, knuckle, or subframe mount.
2. Worn bushings: The rear lower control arm bushings (especially the large rearward one) degrade, allowing the knuckle to shift.
3. Subframe shift: The rear subframe mounting holes are slotted; if bolts loosen, the whole assembly can shift laterally.
4. Spring sag: Weak rear springs lower the car, increasing negative camber (multi-link geometry).

Aftermarket "Solutions" (Use Caution)

Camber bolts (eccentric bolts at shock mount): Some kits exist. They work by tilting the knuckle via the strut mount. Not recommended by Ford/Lincoln engineers. Risks: altered suspension geometry, accelerated shock wear, reduced structural integrity, unpredictable handling.

Adjustable control arms: Aftermarket arms with threaded ends (e.g., SPC, Moog) allow camber/toe tuning. Better than camber bolts, but still alters engineered geometry. Requires professional alignment after install.

Correct Approach

1. Inspect all rear suspension components for damage/wear.
2. Replace bent arms, worn bushings, weak springs.
3. Check subframe alignment (measure mounting points).
4. If all parts are sound and camber is still out of spec, the unibody may be tweaked—body shop territory.

Don't "adjust" a fixed geometry. Fix what's broken. The LS's rear end is precise when intact; uneven camber is a symptom, not a setting.