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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2002 🢒 Monte Carlo 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Wheel Alignment 🢒 Front Camber Adjustment

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 156937 Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle and provide suitable support. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies from the front and the rear axles. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to Strut, Strut Component, and Spring Replacement .
  4. Place the strut in a vise and file the hole lateral - oblong. Compare the appearance of the holes before filing (2) with after filing (3).
  5. File the lower strut-to-knuckle attaching hole for a front camber adjustment .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 156937 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut, Strut Component, and Spring Replacement .

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the strut-to-knuckle nuts as far as to allow movement of the knuckle.

  2. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Adjust the camber (1).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the strut-to-knuckle nuts to 120 N·m (89 lb ft).

  4. Lower the vehicle.