Tracker 4WD L4-1.6L VIN 6 (1998)
Alignment: Description and Operation
General Description
Wheel alignment refers to the angular relationship between the following components:
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The front wheels
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The front suspension attaching parts
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The ground
Toe setting is the only adjustment that may be made for the front alignment.
The camber and the caster cannot be adjusted for this vehicle. If the camber or the caster is damaged from hazardous road conditions or collision,
identify and replace the damaged components.
The following angles must be considered during alignment:
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The angle of the knuckle away from the vehicle
(This angle is viewed from the front of the vehicle.)
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The tilt of the suspension members from the vertical
(This angle is viewed from the side of the vehicle.)
Perform a complete wheel alignment inspection whenever a service check is performed on the vehicle.
Measure all four of the wheels in order to determine if the wheel alignment is correct. Alignment of all four of the wheels ensures that all four of the
wheels will be running in the same direction.
When the vehicle is geometrically in alignment, fuel economy and tire life increase and steering and performance are maximized.
Caster Description
Caster is the tilt of the highest point of the steering axis from the vertical. The caster is viewed from the side of the vehicle.
The caster can lean either forward or backward.
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A backward tilt is positive (+)
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A forward tilt is negative (-)
The caster influences directional control of the steering. The caster does not affect tire wear.
The vehicle height affects castor. Therefore, it is necessary to keep the body at its designated height.
The following conditions affect the caster:
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An overload of the vehicle
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A weak or sagging rear spring
When the rear of the vehicle is lower than the rear's designed trim height, the front suspension moves to a more positive caster.
If the rear of the vehicle is higher than the rear's designated trim height, the front suspension moves to a less positive caster.
Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications for caster specifications.
Camber Description
