Wheel Alignment Angles: Camber
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Camber is the vertical tilt of the wheel when viewed from the front. Camber can be positive or negative and has a direct effect on tire wear.
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Positive camber angle |
| 2 | True vertical |
| 3 | Pivot centerline |
When the wheel tilts out at the top, the camber is positive (+).
When the wheel tilts in at the top, the camber is negative (-).