Front Caster and Camber Adjustment

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Front Caster and Camber Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

  • J 45845Β  Caster and Camber Adjusting Tool
  • J-45845-10Β  Caster and Camber Adjusting Rod
    Fig 1: Installing J 45845 To Lower Control Arm & Frame (Rear)
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  1. Install the J 45845Β  or the J-45845-10Β  to the lower control arm and the frame.
  2. Loosen the lower control arm to frame bolt.
  3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Adjust the camber angle by turning the turnbuckle on J 45845Β  or the J-45845-10Β  until the specifications have been met.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolt to 135 N.m (96 lb ft).

  5. Verify that the camber is still with specifications. Refer to Wheel Alignment SpecificationsΒ .
  6. Adjust the rear toe. Refer to Rear Toe AdjustmentΒ .
RENDER: 1.0x

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