Spicer Dana Spicer Steer Axles - Service Manaul - Manual (Page 16)

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Alignment / Adjustment
Alignment / Adjustment
Wheel Alignment
Correct wheel alignment promotes longer tire wear and ease
of handling while minimizing strain on the steering system
and axle components. Use vehicle manufacturer’s instructions
to inspect wheel alignment.
Note: Total vehicle alignment is recommended when aligning
the steer axle.
Camber
Camber is the vertical tilt of the wheel as viewed from the
front of the vehicle. This is machined in at time of manufacture
and is not adjustable.
“Positive” camber is an outward tilt of the wheel at the top.
Camber for E-1000I, E-1000W, E-1200I, E-1200W,
E-1201W, E-1320I, E-1320W, E-1460I, E-1460W
“Negative” camber is an inward tilt of the wheel at the top.
Spicer expressly prohibits bending of axle beams (hot or
cold) to change camber or for any other purpose. Weld-
ing or machining on any axle component is prohibited
unless noted ot herwise in this document or other Spicer
service literature.
1 - Positive camber
2 - Vertical center line
2 1
1 - Vertical center line
2 - Negative camber
2 1
CAUTION
On Bench Unloaded Loaded
(8000 lbs.)
Left 1/2° (+/-7/16°) 3/16° (+/-7/16°) 0° (+/-7/16°)
Right 1/4° (+/-7/16°) -1/16° (+/-7/16°) -1/4° (+/-7/16°)