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Negative Camber

Fig 1: Identifying Negative Camber
G03410918Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Camber is the inward or outward tilting of the wheels at the top. When the wheel tilts out at the top, camber is positive (+). When the wheel tilts in at the top, camber is negative (-).

Camber is controlled by fixed vehicle dimensions and is not adjustable, but it is checked as a possible cause of a variety of suspension system problems. If not within specification, look for damaged suspension components, deteriorated bushings or distorted body mounting points.