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Front Caster and Camber Adjustment

FRONT CAMBER AND CASTER ADJUSTMENT
1. Jounce front bumper three times to allow vehicle to return to normal height before making any adjustments in caster.
2. Raise and suitably support vehicle.
3. Loosen front lower control arm nuts.





4. Install J 38658 to slot holes in lower control arm (2) and front crossmember (1).
5. Camber by rotating turnbuckle on J 38658.
5.1. Rotating turnbuckle clockwise will increase camber.
5.2. Rotating turnbuckle counterclockwise will decrease camber.





6. Install J38658 to slot holes in lower control arm (1) and front crossmember (2).
6.1. Rotating turnbuckle clockwise will increase caster.
6.2. Rotating turnbuckle counterclockwise will decrease caster.
7. Caster by rotating turnbuckle on J 38658.
8. Remove J 38658 from slot holes.
9. Tighten front lower control arm nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the front lower control arm nuts to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

10. Lower vehicle.