Front Camber Adjustment

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Front Camber Adjustment
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  1. Loosen both strut to knuckle nuts just enough to allow for movement.
  2. Fig 1: Modifying Strut
    GM866401Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. If the strut has not been modified previously, perform the following steps before continuing with the wheel alignment:
    1. Disconnect the strut from the knuckle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement in Front Suspension.
    2. File the lower hole until the groove of the stamped ring around the hole.
    3. Connect the strut to the knuckle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement in Front Suspension.
  4. Fig 2: Adjusting Front Camber
    GM165165Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Adjust the camber to specification by moving the top of the wheel in or out. Refer to Wheel Alignment SpecificationsΒ .
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