RIDING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Note. On vehicles with electronic chassis controls, ensure all systems are functional before adjusting riding height or wheel alignment.
Before adjusting alignment, check riding height. Check riding height with vehicle on level floor and tires properly inflated. Tire inflation specifications can be found on door pillar, side wall of tire, sun visor or glove box. Bounce vehicle several times and allow suspension to settle.
Visually inspect vehicle for signs of abnormal height from front to rear or side to side. Remove extra heavy items from passenger and luggage compartments. If riding height is not within specifications, check, repair or replace suspension components. See RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table. (Scheme 1)
| Application | (1) Front "A" In. (mm) | (2) Rear "B" In. (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| H Bodies | 9.0-9.8 (229-249) | 9.30-10.06 (236-256) |
| (1) Location "A" measured 23.5" (600 mm) from center of front axle. (2) Location "B" measured 23.5" (600 mm) from center of rear axle. | ||
| (1) | Location "A" measured 23.5" (600 mm) from center of front axle. |
| (2) | Location "B" measured 23.5" (600 mm) from center of rear axle. |
RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
Riding Height Measuring Points. Scheme 1
ORDER OF ALIGNMENT
| CAUTION | To ensure accurate alignment, align wheels in the following order: Rear camber Rear toe-in Front caster Front camber Front toe-in |
CAMBER ADJUSTMENT (REAR)
Loosen nuts on 2 bolts securing strut to steering knuckle. Install Camber Adjuster (J-29862). (Scheme 2) Rotate bolt on camber adjuster until camber is as specified. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. Tighten nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
Scheme 2
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT (REAR)
Loosen lock nut on tie rod. (Scheme 2) Rotate inner tie rod as necessary until full toe-out position is obtained, then rotate inner tie rod until rear toe-in is as specified. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. Tighten lock nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
CASTER ADJUSTMENT
- With vehicle on ground (suspension loaded), remove nuts securing strut upper mount to body at each strut tower. (Scheme 3) Raise front of vehicle until strut studs have cleared holes.
- Drill 11/32" holes at each strut stud hole, then file excess material between holes to create an elongated slot. Lower vehicle to install strut into tower. Adjust caster to specification. See «WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-53062-S08192616642001011800000). Tighten nuts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-53062-S13045543882001011800000).
Scheme 3
CAMBER ADJUSTMENT (FRONT)
Loosen nuts on 2 bolts securing strut to steering knuckle. (Scheme 4) Install Camber Adjuster (J-29862). Rotate bolt on camber adjuster until camber is as specified. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. Tighten nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
Scheme 4
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT (FRONT)
Loosen tie rod end lock nut. (Scheme 5) Loosen clamp securing dust boot to inner tie rod. Rotate inner tie rod until toe-in is as specified. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. Tighten lock nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Ensure steering gear dust boot is straight after adjustment. Tighten dust boot clamp.
