Front Camber Adjustment

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Fig 1: Reaching Around Tire Using Extension & Socket

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Reach around the tire, using the appropriate extension and socket.

Fig 2: View Of Front Strut & Knuckle

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Loosen both strut to knuckle nuts just enough to allow for movement.

Fig 3: View Of Lower Hole On Strut To Be Modified

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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 Removal and Installation .
2. File the lower hole until the outer flange slot matches the inner flange slot.
3. Connect the strut to the knuckle. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation .
4. Adjust the camber to specification by moving the top of the wheel in or out. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .

Fig 5: View Of Front Strut & Knuckle

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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the strut to knuckle nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the nuts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).