Preliminary Inspection
DESCRIPTION- Adjusting the camber affects caster and toe. Adjusting the caster affects toe. The recommended adjustment sequence is to first set camber, set caster, and then set toe. Prior to resetting toe, camber should always be checked and reset if necessary. The front suspension is fully adjustable for caster, camber and toe.
- For descriptions of alignment terms and specifications see the reference definitions. Diagrams
PROCEDURE
- Do not attempt to check and adjust front-wheel alignment without first making a preliminary inspection of the front end parts.
- Check all the factors affecting front-wheel alignment adjustments except the turning angle before making any adjustments. Check the turning angle only after caster, camber and toe have been adjusted to specification.
- Begin by checking curb load condition. Curb Load
- After all the front-wheel alignment factors have been checked, make the necessary adjustments. Service and Repair
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust front-wheel alignment by bending the suspension or steering parts.