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Rear Caster and Camber Adjustment (GT and AWD)

  1. Loosen the nut on the upper control arm cam bolt.
  2. Loosen the nut on the lower control arm cam bolt.
  3. Fig 1: Rotating Cam Bolts
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  4. Rotate the cam bolts in order to adjust the camber and the toe to the specification. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .
  5. Fig 2: Measurement Between Lower Left/Right Control Arm Bracket To The Right Rear/Left Crossmember Bolt
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  6. Measure the distance (b) from the lower left control arm bracket bolt to the right rear crossmember bolt.
  7. Measure the distance (a) from the lower right control arm bracket bolt to the left rear crossmember bolt.
  8. Verify the difference between measurement (a) and measurement (b) are within the specification.

    Specification:  The difference between measurement (a) and measurement (b) should be 6 mm (0.24 in) or less.

  9. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  10. Tighten the nuts on the control arm cam bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 74 N.m (54.6 lb ft).

  11. Measure the alignment.
  12. Adjust the rear camber and toe if necessary.