1980 American Motors AMX Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

All Models

Adjust caster by turning nuts on strut rods (seeΒ Fig 1). Turning nuts on rod will move lower control arm forward or rearward for desired caster angle. Tighten adjusting nuts to 65 ft. lbs. and jam nuts to 75 ft. lbs. after adjustment.

Fig 1: Caster Adjustment
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