Monte Carlo V6-3.4L VIN E (2000)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front Wheel Alignment
Front Camber Adjustment
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle and provide suitable support. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies from the front and the rear axles. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and
Alignment.
3. Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
4. Place the strut in a vise and file the hole lateral (oblong). Compare the appearance of the holes before filing (2) with after filing (3):
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
Tighten the strut-to-knuckle bolts as far as to allow movement of the knuckle.
2. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and Alignment.
3. Adjust the camber (1).
Tighten the strut-to-knuckle bolts to 122 Nm (90 ft. lbs.) Lower the vehicle.
Front Wheel Toe Adjustment
1. Perform the following steps to remove the small seal clamp:
2. Position the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
