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Wheel Alignment Angles: Camber: Caster

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Fig 1: Identifying Caster Angles
GF0009636Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 - True vertical
2 - Positive caster angle
3 - Ball joint center line
4 - Pivot center line

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.