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Chevrolet Caprice V6-262 4.3L (1987)10 · Steering and Suspension
10 · Steering & suspension

Alignment: Specifications (page 2 of 3)

Make
Chevrolet
Model
Caprice
Engine
V6-262 4.3L
Year
1987
Section
Alignment
Steering and SuspensionSpecifications · page 2 of 3
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Alignment: Service and Repair

Prior to checking or adjusting front suspension alignment, inspect suspension components for damage or excessive wear, and replace as needed. Ensure
tire pressures and wheel bearings are properly adjusted, then raise and release front bumper several times to allow vehicle to assume normal ride height.

CASTER, ADJUST

Fig. 1 Caster & camber adjustments. Chevrolet, Malibu & Monte Carlo

Fig. 2 Caster & camber adjustments. Corvette.

Chevrolet Corvette, Malibu & Monte Carlo
Caster adjustments are performed by moving, adding or subtracting the shims that are located between the upper control arm support shaft and the
support bracket on the frame. Refer to Fig. 1. and 2. and note the effect of shim placement.  Although all models utilize the same basic type of front

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