Sebring V6-2.5L VIN N (1997)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front Alignment
NOTES:
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Measure wheel alignment with alignment equipment on a level surface.
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The front suspension, steering system, and wheels should be serviced to normal condition prior to measurement of wheel alignment.
TOE-IN
1. If the toe-in is not within 0 +/-3 mm (0 +/-0.12 inch), adjust the toe-in by undoing the clips and turning the left and right tie rod turnbuckles by the
same amount (in opposite directions).
2. The toe will move out as the left turnbuckle is turned toward the front of the vehicle and the right turnbuckle is turned toward the rear of the
vehicle.
STEERING ANGLE:
Standard Value
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Inner Wheel ............................................................................................................................................................ (32.5° +/-2°) +30.5° to +34.5°
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Outer Wheel ................................................................................................................................................................................................ +27.0°
CAMBER AND CASTER
Standard Value
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Camber .......................................................................................................................................................................... (0° +/-0.5°) -0.5 to +0.5°
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Caster ................................................................................................................................................................. (4.33° +/-1.5°) +2.83° to +5.83°
1. Camber and caster are preset at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
2. If camber is not within 0° +/-0.5°, check and replace bent or damaged parts.
3. For vehicles with aluminum type wheels, attach the camber/caster/kingpin gauge to the drive shaft by using the special tool. Tighten the special
tool to the same torque 196 - 255 Nm (142 - 184 ft.lbs.) as the drive shaft nut.
CAUTION: Do not apply the vehicle weight to the wheel bearings while loosening the drive shaft nuts.
