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i.    To adjust caster, loosen both right and left cam adjusters, located on the front section of the lower suspension arm (Figure 5).

NOTE: BOTH CAM ADJUSTERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO MOVE FREELY.

ii.    Rock the cam adjuster bolt back and forth until the cam adjuster finds its neutral, or unloaded position. This will allow both right and left lower suspension arm bushings to be equally loaded.

iii.    Adjust both cams evenly until the correct caster angle has been achieved. Refer to the 1997 Dodge Ram Service Manual, Publication Number 81 -37-7108, pages 2-1 through 2-7 for proper alignment procedures.

iv.    The vehicle weight must be supported by the tires before the cam bolts are tightened. Tighten the nuts of the cam bolts to** 129 Nm (95 ft. lbs.)** of torque.

c.    If the vehicle is equipped with a Dana 60 front axle (8800 lb GVW 2500 series 4X4 and 3500 series 4X4) or has a solid front axle (3500 4X2 Cab Chassis), and camber requires no adjustment, and cross caster is within specifications, perform steps i through iv. If the vehicle requires camber adjustment or cross caster/cross camber is out of specification, proceed to the next step (step i).

i.    Loosen both right and left cam adjusters, located on the front section of the lower suspension arm (Figure 5).

NOTE:    BOTH CAM ADJUSTERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO MOVE FREELY.

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