PT Cruiser L4-2.4L (2008)
10. Once rear camber and toe have been set to specifications, check and adjust the front wheel alignment as necessary. Refer to FRONT CAMBER
AND CASTER and FRONT TOE within this wheel alignment service procedure.
FRONT CAMBER AND CASTER
Front camber and caster settings on this vehicle are determined at the time the vehicle is designed, by the location of the vehicle's suspension
components. This is referred to as Net Build. The result is no required adjustment of camber and caster after the vehicle is built or when servicing the
suspension components. Thus, when performing a wheel alignment, caster and camber are not normally considered adjustable angles. Camber and caster
should be checked to ensure they meet vehicle specifications. See: Specifications
If front camber is found not to meet alignment specifications, it can be adjusted using an available camber adjustment bolt package. Before installing a
camber adjustment bolt package on a vehicle found to be outside the specifications, inspect the suspension components for any signs of damage or
bending.
No adjustment can be made to the caster setting on this vehicle. If the vehicle's caster is not within alignment specifications, check for damaged
suspension components or body parts.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust the vehicles wheel alignment by heating or bending any of the suspension components.
CAMBER ADJUSTMENT BOLT PACKAGE INSTALLATION
The camber adjustment bolt package contains new bolts and nuts for attaching the strut clevis bracket to the steering knuckle. The bolts contained in the
package are slightly undersize allowing for movement between the strut clevis bracket and the steering knuckle. The movement allowed by the undersize
bolts provide approximately two degrees of camber adjustment per side of the vehicle. To install and adjust the camber adjustment bolt package, follow
the procedure below.
1. Raise the vehicle until its tires are not supporting the weight of the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel mounting nuts (3), then the front tire and wheel assembly.
CAUTION: The knuckle-to-strut assembly bolt shanks are serrated and must not be turned during removal. Remove the nuts while
holding the bolts stationary, then tap the bolts out using a punch.
