Camber - Ford Ranger Maintaince And Repair Manual

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CAMBER

Looking from the front of the vehicle, camber is the inward or outward tilt of the top of wheels. When the tops
of the wheels are tilted in, this is negative camber; if they are tilted out, it is positive. In a turn, a slight amount
of negative camber helps maximize contact of the tire with the road. However, too much negative camber
compromises straight−line stability, increases bump steer and torque steer.
Camber influences tire contact with the road
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TOE
Looking down at the wheels from above the vehicle, toe angle is the distance between the front of the wheels,
relative to the distance between the back of the wheels. If the wheels are closer at the front, they are said to be
toed−in or to have negative toe. A small amount of negative toe enhances directional stability and provides a
smoother ride on the highway.
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