Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN 4 (1998)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front Wheel Alignment
Measuring Front Alignment Angles
MEASURING FRONT ALIGNMENT ANGLES
Important:
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Install the alignment equipment following the manufacturer's instructions.
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Jounce the front and rear bumpers three times to normalize the suspension prior to measuring the angles.
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Measure the alignment angles and record the readings. If adjustments are necessary, make them in the following order:
1. Camber.
2. Toe.
Front Caster Adjustment
The caster is not adjustable. If the caster angle is not within specifications, inspect for suspension support misalignment or front suspension damage.
Replace the parts as necessary. Refer to BODY AND FRAME for measurement points in order to determine the proper underbody alignment.
Front Camber Adjustment
Important: When the camber adjustment is necessary, refer to STRUT AND KNUCKLE SCRIBING for instructions on modifying the front strut.
1. Loosen both of the strut to knuckle nuts in order to allow slight movement.
2. Adjust the camber to specification by moving the top of the wheel in or out. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Tighten the strut to the knuckle nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the strut to the knuckle nuts to 180 Nm (133 ft. lbs.).
Front Toe Adjustment
1. Be sure the steering wheel is set in a straight ahead position within +/- 5°.
2. Loosen the clamp bolt (4).
3. Adjust the toe to specification by turning the adjuster (3).
Tighten
Tighten the jam nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).