Camber

DESCRIPTION
Camber is the amount the centerline of the wheel is tilted inward or outward from the true vertical. If a wheel tilts outward away from the vehicle, camber is positive. If the top of a wheel tilts inward toward the vehicle, camber is negative. For correct camber angles, refer to Specifications.





PROCEDURE

NOTE: Adjusting cams are provided for caster and camber adjustment.

1. Check caster and camber and record the readings.

NOTE: A vehicle within the minimum to maximum tolerances may require alignment adjustment to the nominal setting (zero) because side-to-side setting (split) is out of specification and must be corrected.

2. Compare camber and caster readings with nominal specifications on appropriate chart (depending on vehicle) to determine if adjustment is required to bring vehicle to nominal setting.
^ Maximum camber difference between wheels (left minus right) to be within -3/4 degree to +3/4 degree with camber set to specification.
3. If adjustment is required, loosen two nuts on top of adjusting cams.
4. Turn hex cams as required to obtain desired valve.
5. After proper caster and camber settings have been set, hold each cam and tighten nuts to 148-201 Nm (109-143 ft. lbs.).
6. Check toe-in and steering wheel spoke position and adjust both (as required) at the same time.