LeSabre V6-181 3.0L (1986)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front Wheel Alignment
Camber and toe are the only adjustments normally required. After checking settings, perform adjustments in the following order: caster, camber and toe
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CASTER, ADJUST
Fig. 1 Caster adjustment
1. Loosen, but do not remove, two of the three top strut mounting nuts covering the slotted mounting holes, Fig. 1.
2. Remove the third nut over the oval strut mounting hole and move the washer away from the mounting hole.
3. Raise vehicle by the body to separate the strut from inner wheel house.
4. Drill 11/32 inch holes at front and rear of oval strut mounting hole and file excess metal, Fig. 1.
5. Lower body and insert strut into proper position.
6. Set caster to specifications by moving top of strut forward or backward as needed.
7. Install mounting nut and washer. Torque all mounting nuts to 18 ft. lbs.
8. Recheck caster.
CAMBER, ADJUST
