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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1996ELDORADO V8-4.6L VIN 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENTFRONT CASTER ADJUSTMENT
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9
Front Caster Adjustment
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9SECTION Front Caster Adjustment
Fig. 2 Front Wheel Caster Adjustment:
1. With car supported by its wheels, remove the three top strut mounting nuts and washers, Fig. 2.
2. Lift front of car by the body to separate top strut mount from inner wheelhouse. Do not raise control arms or tires.
3. Drill two 11/32 inch holes at the front and rear of outboard strut mounting holes. Use a rat-tail file to slot the outboard hole.
4. Paint any bare metal areas with a corrosion protective primer or paint.
5. Reposition strut mount in holes, then lower front of car.
6. Reinstall washers and nuts.
7. Set caster to specifications by moving top of strut forward or rearward as required. 1 mm of movement is equivalent to 0.1° of caster.
8. Torque top strut mounting bolts to 18 ft. lbs.
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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.