Front Camber And Caster
Carry out this check after removing and installing any front suspension components.
If rear wheel alignment is necessary then rear wheel alignment should be performed before front wheel alignment. Always perform front wheel alignment if rear wheel alignment has been performed.
Front camber and caster settings on this vehicle are determined at the time the vehicle is designed, by the location of the vehicle's suspension components. This is referred to as Net Build. The result is no required adjustment of camber and caster after the vehicle is built or when servicing the suspension components. Thus, when performing a wheel alignment, caster and camber are not normally considered adjustable angles but some adjustment can be made. Camber and caster should be checked to ensure they meet vehicle specifications. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
If individual front camber or caster is found not to meet alignment specifications, each can be adjusted by shifting the front crossmember.
If individual front camber or caster is found to meet alignment specifications, but the vehicle pulls or leads in one direction, crosscamber and crosscaster can be adjusted by shifting the front crossmember. Following adjustment, make sure individual front camber, caster, crosscamber, and crosscaster is within specifications. If not within specifications, adjust as necessary by shifting the front crossmember.
Do not attempt to adjust the vehicle's wheel alignment by heating or bending any of the suspension components.