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Front Camber Adjustment



Front Camber Adjustment

Removal Procedure




1. Raise the vehicle and provide suitable support. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies from the front and the rear axles.
3. Remove the strut from the vehicle.
4. Place the strut in a vise and file the hole lateral - oblong. Compare the appearance of the holes before filing (2) with after filing (3).
5. File the lower strut-to-knuckle attaching hole for a front camber adjustment.

Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

1. Install the strut to the vehicle.

Tighten the strut-to-knuckle nuts as far as to allow movement of the knuckle.

2. Install the tire and wheel assemblies.
3. Adjust the camber (1).

Tighten the strut-to-knuckle nuts to 130 N.m (96 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.