Checking And Adjusting Front Axle Camber And Caster: Adjusting

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Vehicles are delivered from the factory with pre-set caster, camber, and toe settings. When aligning a vehicle with factory settings, Eccentric Repair Bolts must be installed in order to adjust caster or camber. Toe is the only adjustment that can be made without installing the Eccentric Repair Bolts.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Cover all the attached parts remaining in the vehicle. (area to be repaired)
WARNING: RISK OF INJURY WITH TRAPPED OR CRUSHED FINGERS WHEN WORKING ON SPRINGS OR SPRING-LOADED COMPONENTS.

CAUTION: Use only approved tensioning devices; additionally shield off hazardous area if necessary.

CAUTION: Inspect special tools for damage and proper operation (visual inspection). Wear protective gloves.

Fig 1: Locating Eccentric Bolt For Camber Adjustment
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

NOTE: Inspect for prior installation of the eccentric repair bolt.
For camber, compress the front spring (1). (Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING - REMOVAL) .
Install the repair bolt (2). Screw on the nut from the repair kit as far as it will go, but do not tighten it so that the rubber mount on the wishbone can turn when the suspension is compressed and rebounded.
Release the front spring (1).
Lower the vehicle and settle the suspension by pulling and pushing firmly several times.

Fig 2: Locating Eccentric Bolt For Caster Adjustment
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

NOTE: Inspect for prior installation of the eccentric repair bolt.
For caster, compress the front spring (2). (Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING - REMOVAL) .
Install the repair bolt (1). Screw on the nut from the repair kit as far as it will go, but do not tighten it so that the rubber mount on the wishbone can turn when the suspension is compressed and rebounded.
Release the front spring (2).
Lower the vehicle and settle the suspension by pulling and pushing firmly several times.
NOTE: The vehicle level must correlate with the dimension established on the initial measurement.
Recheck the vehicle level at the front axle after adjusting the camber and caster.
- Vehicle level at the front axle. (Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
- With an electronic inclinometer. (Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
NOTE: After repairing, the adjusting screw must not be turned by the shims, and must be countered when tightening the hexagon nut.
Tighten the nut from the repair kit to 120 N.m (88 ft. lbs.)
Adjust the rear axle toe. (Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Adjust the front axle toe. (Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .