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FRONT - INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION
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MEASUREMENT - 4WD (LD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
ADJUSTMENT - 4WD (LD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CASTER ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
DESCRIPTION
NOTE: Suspension components with rubber/ure-
thane bushings should be tightened with the vehi-
cle at normal ride height. It is important to have the
springs supporting the weight of the vehicle when
the fasteners are torqued. If springs are not at their
normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort could be
affected and premature bushing wear may occur.
Wheel alignment involves the correct positioning of
the wheels in relation to the vehicle. The positioning
is accomplished through suspension and steering
linkage adjustments. An alignment is considered
essential for efficient steering, good directional stabil-
ity and to minimize tire wear. The most important
measurements of an alignment are caster, camber
and toe (Fig. 1).
CAUTION: Never attempt to modify suspension or
steering components by heating or bending.
SUSPENSION
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FRONT - LINK/COIL
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
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SPECIAL TOOLS
1 - FRONT OF VEHICLE
2 - STEERING AXIS INCLINATION
3 - PIVOT POINT
4 - TOE-IN
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ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CASTER AND TOE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . 4
LINK/COIL SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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Fig. 1 Wheel Alignment Measurements
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