Camber, Caster And Toe Adjustment

CAMBER, CASTER AND TOE ADJUSTMENT





Camber and caster angle adjustments involve changing the position of the lower control arm with the slots in the frame brackets (1).


CASTER


Moving the front or rear position of the lower control arm in or out, will change the caster angle and camber angle significantly. To maintain the camber angle while adjusting caster, move one pivot bolt of the lower control arm in or out. Then move the other pivot bolt of the lower control arm in the opposite direction.


To increase positive caster angle, move the rear position of the lower control arm inward (toward the engine). Move the front of the lower control arm outward (away from the engine) slightly until the desired camber angle is obtained.


CAMBER


Move both pivot bolts of the lower control arm together in or out. This will change the camber angle significantly and little effect on the caster angle.


After adjustment is made tighten the lower control arm nuts to proper torque specification.


TOE ADJUSTMENT


The wheel toe position adjustment is the final adjustment.

1. Start the engine and turn wheels both ways before straightening the wheels. Secure the steering wheel with the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.




2. Loosen the tie rod jam nuts (1).

NOTE: Each front wheel should be adjusted for one-half of the total toe position specification. This will ensure the steering wheel will be centered when the wheels are positioned straight-ahead.

3. Adjust the wheel toe position by turning the inner tie rod (2) as necessary.
4. Tighten the tie rod jam nut (1) to 127 Nm (94 ft. lbs.).
5. Verify the specifications
6. Turn off engine.