CL L4-2156cc 2.2L SOHC F22B1 MFI (1997)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Caster
CAUTION: For proper inspection of the wheel alignment, check and adjust the following before checking the alignment.
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Check that the suspension is not modified.
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Check the tire size and tire pressure.
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Check the runout of the wheels and tires.
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Check the suspension ball joints. (Hold a wheel with your hands and move it up and down and right and left to check for wobbling.)
NOTE: Caster angle can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the number of the adjusting shims. Remove and install the radius rod each time the
caster angle is adjusted.
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
2. Remove the self-locking nut on the end of the radius rod.
3. Remove the flange bolts at the radius rod on the lower arm, and remove the radius rod.
4. Adjust the caster angle by increasing or decreasing the adjusting shims.
CAUTION: Do not use more than two adjusting shims. One adjusting shim changes the caster angle by 35' and the caster angle can be adjusted
by 1°10' maximum. One adjusting shim is 3.2 mm (0.13 inch) in thickness.
5. After the adjustment, install the radius rod onto the lower arm, and tighten the flange bolts.
6. Tighten the new self-locking nut to the specified torque.
