Caster Adjustment: CJ

1986 Jeep Cherokee Base, 2D Utility, 2.8 W, RWD, AutomaticSECTION CJ

Caster adjustment is made by inserting shims between spring and axle. To increase caster, insert thick portion of shim toward rear of vehicle. To decrease caster, insert thick portion of shim toward front of vehicle.

Fig 1: Caster Adjustment To adjust, insert shim between spring and axle.
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