Front Caster and Camber Adjustment
Front Caster and Camber AdjustmentThe caster and camber adjustments are made by loosening the lower control arm adjustment bolts and repositioning the lower control arm.
Important:
- Before adjusting the caster and camber angles, jounce the front bumper three times to allow the vehicle to return to normal height.
- Measure and adjust the caster and the camber with the vehicle at curb height. The front suspension Z dimension and the rear suspension D dimension are indicated in Trim Heights.
1. For an accurate reading, do not push or pull on the tires during the alignment process.
View Of Left Front Wheel From Left Side Of Vehicle:
2. Determine the caster angle.
View Of Front Wheel From Front Of Vehicle:
3. Determine the camber angle.
4. Loosen the lower control arm adjustment bolts (1).
Adjust the caster and the camber angle by repositioning the lower control arm (2) until the specifications have been met.
5. When the adjustments are complete, hold the lower control arm in position so that the specifications do not change while tightening the lower control arm adjustment bolts.
TIGHTEN
^ Front lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to 260 Nm (192 lb ft).
^ Rear lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to 240 Nm (177 lb ft).
6. Verify that the caster and the camber are still within specifications.
When the caster and camber are within specifications, adjust the toe.