Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
CADILLAC (Exc. ELDORADO) (1964-73): Notes
- 1965 CADILLAC INABILITY TO OBTAIN SUFFICIENT LEFT WHEEL CAMBER CORRECTION - Late models have redesigned front upper arm shaft that allows 1/2" more positive camber on left side. Earlier cars may have special camber eccentric, Part No. 1486513, installed to permit 1/4-3/8" more positive camber adjustment. On some cars it may also be necessary to set caster to extreme negative specification (-1-1/2°), to obtain sufficient positive camber.
- 1968-72 CADILLAC CASTER & CAMBER ADJUSTMENT CAUTION
- When working on front end, caution should be used to prevent any damage to brake line. When removing camber eccentric or disconnecting upper control arm ball stud, do not use brake line for support.
Caster adjustment is made by turning locknuts on forward ends of tie-struts at front frame crossmember.
NOTE: To gain access to locknuts, it is necessary to remove air deflector at bottom of radiator.Camber adjustment is made at the camber eccentric located in steering knuckle upper support. Upper spherical joint stud fits through camber eccentric and knuckle. Turning the camber eccentric repositions upper spherical joint stud.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.