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Front Camber Adjustment

    IMPORTANT: The camber can only be set within a very limited range by the measures described below.
  1. Measure camber with computer-aided chassis alignment system.
    2. IMPORTANT: The relevant front wheel must be freely suspended.
  2. Raise the vehicle at front.
  3. Remove the 2 bolted connections (1), spring strut support tube to steering knuckle.
    4. Fig 1: View Of Spring Strut Support Tube To Steering Knuckle
    GM1940616Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Make the 2 bolted connections (1), spring strut support tube to steering knuckle.
    • Use the 2 new bolts.
    • Install the 2 new nuts.
  5. Pull the top of front wheel outwards (arrow) and adjust maximum positive camber.
    6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    IMPORTANT: Tighten with reduced torque to create clamping effect between spring strut and steering knuckle.
  6. Tighten the 2 bolted connections, spring strut support tube to steering knuckle.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolted connections to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    7. IMPORTANT: Camber changes in "negative" direction - move front wheel by hand if necessary.
  7. Adjust the camber.
    • Slowly lower the vehicle onto the wheels.
    • Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications  .
    • When the specification has been achieved, tighten the 2 bolted connections, spring strut support tube to steering knuckle in 3 stages.

      Tighten: 

      • Tighten the 2 bolted connections 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
      • Tighten the 2 new screwed joint 85 N.m (63 lb ft).
      • Continue to tighten the 2 new screw connection 75 degrees plus 15 degrees.

  8. Rock the vehicle several times.
    9. Fig 2: Inspect The Camber Setting
    GM1940627Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Inspect the camber setting again.
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