ADJUSTMENTS
Note. Prior to performing wheel alignment, perform visual and mechanical inspection of wheels, tires and suspension components. See PRE-ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT THEORY/OPERATION article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.
FRONT WHEEL CAMBER & CASTER ADJUSTMENT
| CAUTION | DO NOT adjust caster by heating or bending suspension components. If caster angle is incorrect, replace component(s) causing incorrect angle. |
- Use Tool Set (C-4581) for this procedure. (Scheme 1) Position each tool with small hook attached to upper control arm frame bracket and large hook around pivot bar. Tighten adjustment nut on each tool until large hook is snug against pivot bar. Loosen both upper control arm retaining bolts completely.
- To obtain proper camber and caster angles, tighten or loosen tool adjustment nuts on each tool to move one or both ends of upper control arm. See «ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS»(/dodge/ram/ii-1994-2001/remont/wheel-alignment/#wheel-alignment-specifications-adjustment-procedures). Tighten pivot retaining bolts. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/dodge/ram/ii-1994-2001/remont/wheel-alignment/#wheel-alignment-specifications-adjustment-procedures).
Scheme 1
FRONT WHEEL TOE ADJUSTMENT
Note. Set each front wheel at 1/2 of total toe specification. On vehicles equipped with power steering, set wheel toe position with engine running.
Center steering wheel and hold with steering wheel clamp. Loosen tie rod adjustment sleeve clamp bolts. Rotate adjustment sleeve to align toe to specifications. See ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. Position sleeve clamps on underside of sleeve so clamp ends are not over sleeve slot, and tighten adjustment sleeve clamp bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Remove steering wheel clamp. (Scheme 2)
Scheme 2
REAR WHEEL CAMBER & TOE ADJUSTMENT
Note. Rear wheel alignment is set at the factory. No adjustments procedures are provided by the manufacturer.
| Application | Preferred | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Camber (1) | 0 | 0.6 To 0.6 |
| Caster (1) | 2.5 | 1.5 To 3.5 |
| Toe-In (2) | 0 (0) | 0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3) |
| Toe-In (1) | 0 | .25 To 0.25 |
| (1) Measurement in degrees. (2) Measurement in inches (mm). | ||
| (1) | Measurement in degrees. |
| (2) | Measurement in inches (mm). |
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Pivot Bar-To-Frame Bolts | 220 (298) | ||
| Tie Rod Adjustment Sleeve Bolts | |||
| Standard Duty | 17 (23) | ||
| Heavy Duty | 26 (35) | ||
| Wheel Lug Nuts | |||
| 15 Inch Wheel | 80-110 (108-149) | ||
| 16 Inch Wheel | 80-110 (108-149) | ||
| 1/2" x 20 | 85-115 (115-149) | ||
| 5/8" x 18 | 175-225 (237-305) | ||
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS