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Wheel Alignment (Procedures): MERCEDES-BENZ: Adjustment: Caster: Front

  1. Test under loaded condition. Load vehicle with 2 weights of 143 lbs. (65 kg) on rear seat and a full tank of fuel. If caster is not to specifications, loosen lock nut on eccentric bolt on front side of lower control arm.
  2. To adjust, rotate eccentric bolt until caster angle is within specifications. Hold eccentric bolt in place and tighten lock nut.