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Front Adjustment

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  1. The camber angle is adjusted by moving the wheel spindle at the upper hole in the spring strut outwards or inwards depending on the value measured. If the wheel spindle is centered in the spring strut, the degree of adjustment is +/- 0.5°.
  2. Raise the front end. Remove the alignment equipment from wheel. Remove the wheel. Replace the bolts and nuts securing the spring strut to the wheel spindle. Tighten to light contact. Press the wheel spindle in or pull out to the maximum deflection, depending on the value measured in relation to the spring strut. Tighten the bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  3. Install the wheel. Install the alignment equipment on wheel. Lower the car on the turn table. Bounce the car a few times. Recheck alignment.
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