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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CHEVETTE BASE, 2D HATCHBACK, 1.6L ENG VIN C, STANDARD TRANS, TRANS MFR CD MY1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEPROCEDURESWHEEL ALIGNMENT (PROCEDURES)CASTER
1982 Chevrolet Chevette Base, 2D Hatchback, 1.6L Eng VIN C, Standard Trans, Trans Mfr CD MY1
Wheel Alignment (Procedures): Caster
1982 Chevrolet Chevette Base, 2D Hatchback, 1.6L Eng VIN C, Standard Trans, Trans Mfr CD MY1SECTION Caster
- Caster is the tilting of the front steering axis either forward or backward from vertical, as viewed from the side of the car. See Fig 1.
- When axis is tilted backward from vertical, caster is said to be positive. This creates a trailing action on front wheels. When axis is tilted forward, caster is negative, causing a leading action on front wheels.
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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.