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Wheel Alignment Angles: Caster

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Fig 1: Identifying Caster & Steering Axis
G03272080Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Caster is the deviation from vertical of an imaginary line drawn through the ball joints when viewed from the side. The caster specifications in this article will give the vehicle the best directional stability characteristics when loaded and driven. The caster setting is not related to tire wear.