Jeep cherokee 2000 Service Manual page 18

2 - 2 SUSPENSION
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)
• THRUST ANGLE is the angle of the rear axle
relative to the centerline of the vehicle. Incorrect
thrust angle can cause off-center steering and exces-
sive tire wear. This angle is not adjustable, damaged
component(s) must be replaced to correct the thrust
angle.
1 – WHEEL CENTERLINE
2 – NEGATIVE CAMBER ANGLE
3 – PIVOT CENTERLINE
4 – SCRUB RADIUS
Fig. 1 Wheel Alignment Measurements
5 – TRUE VERTICAL
6 – KING PIN
7 – VERTICAL
8 – POSITIVE CASTER
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