Tools Required

J 38658 Caster/Camber Adjusting Tool

1. Before making any adjustments in caster, jounce the front bumper three times in order to allow the vehicle to return to normal height.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Loosen the nuts from the front lower control arm.



4. Install Front Camber Adjustment to the slot holes in the lower control arm (2) and in the front crossmember (1).
5. Adjust the camber by rotating the turnbuckle on Front Camber Adjustment

•	Rotating the turnbuckle clockwise will increase the camber.

•	Rotating the turnbuckle counterclockwise will decrease the camber.




6. Install Front Caster Adjustment to the slot holes in the lower control arm (1) and in the front crossmember (2).

•	Rotating the turnbuckle clockwise will increase the caster.

•	Rotating the turnbuckle counterclockwise will decrease the caster.

7. Adjust caster by rotating the turnbuckle on Front Caster Adjustment
8. Remove Front Caster Adjustment from the slot holes.

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.

9. Install the nuts on the front lower control arm.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 100 N·m (74 lb ft).

10. Lower the vehicle.