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Front Camber Adjustment

    Fig 1: Reaching Around Tire
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  1. Reach around the tire, using the appropriate extension and socket.
    2. Fig 2: View of Strut to Knuckle Nuts
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  2. Loosen both strut to knuckle nuts just enough to allow for movement.
    3. Fig 3: Filing Lower Hole to Match Flange Slots
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  3. If the strut has not been modified previously, perform the following steps before continuing with the wheel alignment:
    1. Disconnect the strut from the knuckle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement in Front Suspension.
    2. File the lower hole until the outer flange slot matches the inner flange slot.
    3. Connect the strut to the knuckle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement in Front Suspension.
    4. Fig 4: View of Camber Adjustment
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  4. Adjust the camber to specification by moving the top of the wheel in or out. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .
    5. Fig 5: View of Strut to Knuckle Nuts
    GM448946Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the strut to knuckle nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 180 N.m (133 lb ft).

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