380SL (107.045) V8-3.8L (116.960) (1982)
Alignment: Specifications
NOTE: Perform alignment measurements in "Ready to Drive" condition, (i.e., at normal road height with simulated passenger load).
Front Axle
Camber [1]
Wheels in straight ahead position ........................................................................................................................................................... 0° (+10', -20')
Max difference between left and right ................................................................................................................................................................. 0°20'
Caster [1]
Wheels in straight ahead position ................................................................................................................................................................ 3°15' ± 20'
Max difference between left and right ................................................................................................................................................................. 0°20'
Toe-In [1]
Wheels spread at front with 90-110 Nm ..................................................................................................................................................... 0°15' ± 10'
Track Difference [2]
Angle at 20° lock of wheel nearest curve ................................................................................................................................................... -0°15' ± 40'
[1] Tolerances for test only. Try for nominal value during adjustment.
[2] Value indicated without toe-in.
Rear Axle
Camber:
Measure distance in height from inner semi-trailing arm mount to lower edge of wheel bearing carrier coupling. Camber reading for measured
height should be as follows:
Height
Spec
130
0° ± 30'
125
0°15' ± 30'
120
0°30' ± 30'
115
0°45' ± 30'
110
1° ± 30'
105
1°15' ± 30'
100
1°30' ± 30'
95
1°45' ± 30'
Toe Total (inch): ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 0°25' ± 15'