Front Camber Adjustment

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Front Camber Adjustment
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  1. Loosen both strut to knuckle nuts just enough to allow for movement.
  2. If the strut has not been modified previously, perform the following steps before continuing with the wheel alignment:
    1. 2.1. Disconnect the strut from the knuckle. Refer to STRUT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT .
    2. 2.2. File the lower hole until the outer flange slot matches the inner flange slot.
    3. 2.3. Connect the strut to the knuckle. Refer to STRUT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Strut From Knuckle
    G01583062Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Adjust the camber to specification by moving the top of the wheel in or out. Refer to Wheel Alignment SpecificationsΒ .
    Fig 2: Adjusting Camber
    G01583063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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