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2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD

Camber Adjustment

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Camber Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  • Adjustable value is 30'. 
  1. Jack up the vehicle and remove the wheel and tire.
  2. Remove the indicated bolt and replace it with the adjusting bolt and washer.
    Fig 1: Locating Front Strut Bolt
    G00998379Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Adjust in the following procedures.
    • In case of adjusting to + (positive) side, install the adjusting bolt and washer so that the projection of the washer faces inside (shock absorber side) as shown.
      Fig 2: Locating Shock Absorber Positive Camber Adjustment Projection
      G00998380Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    • In case of adjusting to - negative) side, install the adjusting bolt and washer so that the projection of the washer so that the projection of the washer faces outside (steering knuckle side) as shown.
  4. Tighten nut to the specified torque.
    Fig 3: Locating Shock Absorber Negative Camber Adjustment Projection
    G00998381Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Tightening torque 

    102.9-122.5 N.m {10.50-12.49 kgf.m, 75.90-90.35 ft.lbf} 

  5. Install the wheel and tire, then jack down the vehicle.
  6. Shake the vehicle to settle the suspension.
  7. Inspect the camber and readjust it if necessary.
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