Durango 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001)
Camber and caster angle adjustments involve changing the position of the upper suspension arm pivot bar.
NOTE: On 4x2 vehicles use Alignment Tool 8393 for alignment. The tool attaches to the pivot bar on the upper control arm.
STANDARD PROCEDURE- CASTER
Moving the rear position of the pivot bar in or out, will change the caster angle significantly and camber angle only slightly. To maintain the camber
angle while adjusting caster, move the rear of the pivot bar in or out. Then move the front of the pivot bar slightly in the opposite direction.
To increase positive caster angle, move the rear position of the pivot bar inward (toward the engine). Move the front of pivot bar outward (away from
the engine) slightly until the original camber angle is obtained.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CAMBER
Move the front of the pivot bar in or out. This will change the camber angle significantly and caster angle slightly.
After adjustment is made tighten the pivot bar nuts to proper torque specification.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TOE ADJUSTMENT
The wheel toe position adjustment is the final adjustment.
1. Start the engine and turn wheels both ways before straightening the wheels. Secure the steering wheel with the front wheels in the straight-ahead
position.
2. Loosen the tie rod jam nuts.
NOTE: Each front wheel should be adjusted for one-half of the total toe position specification. This will ensure the steering wheel will be
centered when the wheels are positioned straight-ahead.
3. Adjust the wheel toe position by turning the tie rod as necessary.
4. Tighten the tie rod jam nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
