Camber and Caster Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Index-mark the upper arm-to-frame bolts, then remove and discard the upper arm-to-frame nuts and set shims.
- Align the index marks and install the washers and new nuts.
- Tighten the nuts until snug.
- Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the caster and camber.
- To adjust the caster and camber refer to the following chart.
- When making adjustments that require moving both the front and the rear of the upper arm, move both ends of the arm equally.
Adjustment Front of Upper Arm Rear of Upper Arm Increase caster Out In Decrease caster In Out Increase camber Out Out Decrease camber In In Increase caster and camber simultaneously Out - Decrease caster and camber simultaneously In -
- When making adjustments that require moving both the front and the rear of the upper arm, move both ends of the arm equally.
- Tighten the nuts to 133 Nm (98 lb-ft).
- Recheck the caster and camber settings and adjust as necessary.
- Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe. For additional information, refer to Toe Adjustment in this article.
NOTE:
The upper arm-to-frame bolts have set shims that must be replaced with washers to allow for adjustment of the arm in the frame slot.
NOTE:
The vehicle should be supported by the lower arms to ease movement of the upper arm in the slot.