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.
Wheel Alignment (Procedures): Description: Camber
Camber is the tilting of the wheel, outward at either top or bottom, as viewed from front of vehicle. When wheels tilt outward at top from centerline of vehicle, camber is said to be positive. When wheels tilt inward at top, camber is said to be negative. Amount of tilt or camber angle, is measured in degrees from vertical.
Camber is amount of tilt inward or outward from vertical.
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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.