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WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES

1988 Jeep Cherokee

1988 Wheel Alignment


INTRODUCTION

PRE-ALIGNMENT

VEHICLE CHECKS
Prior to making wheel alignment adjustments, check and
adjust the following items:
1) Tire pressure must be inflated to manufacturers
recommended [Link] should be equal in size and type.
Runout must not be excessive. Tires and wheels should be in balance.
2) Wheel bearings must be properly adjusted. Steering
linkage and suspension must not have excessive wear and/or looseness.
Check for wear in tie rod ends and ball joints.
3) Steering gear box must not have excessive play. Check and
adjust to manufacturer’s specifications.
4) Vehicle must be at correct ride height with full fuel
load and spare tire in vehicle. No extra load should be on vehicle.
5) Vehicle must be level with floor and with suspension
settled. Jounce front and rear of vehicle several times and allow it
to settle to normal ride height.
6) Ensure steering wheel spokes are centered with front
wheels in straight-ahead position, correct by shortening one tie rod
adjusting sleeve and lengthening opposite sleeve equal amounts.
7) Ensure wheel lug nuts are tightened to torque
specifications.

DESCRIPTION

CAMBER
Camber is the inward or outward tilt of the wheel as viewed
from front of vehicle. Camber is measured from centerline of vehicle.
When wheel is tilted outward at top from centerline of vehicle,
camber is positive. When wheel is tilted inward at top from
centerline of vehicle, camber is negative. Camber is measured in
degrees from vertical.

Centerline ol Wheel•

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Fig. 1: Camber Angle

CASTER
Caster is the tilting of front steering axis. This forward
or backward tilt from vertical is viewed from side of vehicle. When
axis is tilted backward from vertical, caster is said to be positive,
creating a trailing action on front wheels. When axis is tilted
forward, caster is negative, causing a leading action on front wheels.

41 Centerline ot Vehicle

- _____........_ +

• FRONT

.....- - Positive Oirec1ion

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Fig. 2:Caster Angle

TOE
Toe is the measured difference in inches of distance between
the front edge of the tires and the rear edge of the tires at spindle
height. Toe can be measured in inches or degrees.

ADJUSTMENT

TOE
1) Measure toe with front wheels straight-ahead and steering
wheel locked in a centered position. Adjust toe by loosening clamps
and adjusting sleeve or adjusting ends on right and left tie rods
equally and in opposite directions to maintain steering wheel in
centered position.
2) If steering wheel is not centered to begin with,
determine which tire assembly is toed in or out more than the other
and compensate adjustment more to that side to center steering wheel.
A couple of tries will probably be necessary to properly center
steering wheel.
3) When tightening clamps, make sure that clamp bolts are
positioned so there will be no interference with other parts
throughout entire travel of steering linkage.

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FRONT~--.................-

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Fig. 3: Wheel Toe
To adjust, turn sleeves an equal amount in opposite directions.

TOE-OUT ON TURNS
1) This is a check for bent or damaged parts, and not a
service adjustment. With caster, camber and toe-in properly adjusted,
check toe-out with weight of vehicle on wheels.
2) Use full-floating turn table under each wheel. Turn left
wheel in 20 degrees on scale of turn table and read scale of turn
table on right wheel. Reading should be within 2 degrees of left
wheel. Repeat test for right wheel.
3) Incorrect readings of toe-out generally indicates a bent
steering arm. Replace arm and recheck wheel alignment adjustments. Do
not attempt to correct by straightening parts.
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STEERING AXIS INCLINATION


1) This is a check for bent or damaged parts, and not a
service adjustment. Vehicle must be level, both crosswise and
lengthwise. Camber should be properly adjusted.
2) If camber cannot be brought within limits and steering
axis inclination is correct, steering knuckle is bent. If camber and
steering axis inclination are both incorrect by approximately the
same amount, upper and lower control arms are bent.
3) Replace parts and recheck all wheel alignment
adjustments. Do not attempt to correct by straightening parts.

Steering Axas
Inclination Center Ltne
of Tire

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Fig. 5: Steering Axis Inclination

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)

Grand Wagoneer .................................. 85 (115)


All Other Models ................................ 75 (102)

ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Application Specification
Cherokee, Comanche,
Wrangler & Wagoneer
Ride Height in Inches ........................... .....
Adjustment Procedures ........................... .....
Camber in Degrees (Fraction) .............. -1/2 to 1/2
Camber in Degrees (Decimal) ............. -0.50 to 0.50
Caster in Degrees (Fraction) ................... 7 to 8
Caster in Degrees (Decimal) ................ 7.0 to 8.0
Toe-In in Inches (Fraction) .............. 1/32 to 1/32
Toe-In in Inches (Decimal) ............. 0.031 to 0.031
Toe-In in Degrees (Fraction) ............. 1/16 to 1/16
Toe-In in Degrees (Decimal) ............ 0.063 to 0.063
Toe-Out on Turns
Inner .......................................... NS
Outer .......................................... NS
Steering Axis Inclination (SAI) ................ 8 1/2
Grand Wagoneer
Ride Height in Inches ........................... .....
Adjustment Procedures ........................... .....
Camber in Degrees (Fraction)................... 0 to 1/2
Camber in Degrees (Decimal) .................. 0 to 0.5
Caster in Degrees (Fraction) ................... 4 to 5
Caster in Degrees (Decimal) ................ 4.0 to 5.0
Toe-In in Inches (Fraction) .............. 3/64 to 3/32
Toe-In in Inches (Decimal) ............. 0.047 to 0.094
Toe-In in Degrees (Fraction) ............. 3/32 to 3/16
Toe-In in Degrees (Decimal) ............ 0.094 to 0.188
Toe-Out on Turns
Inner .......................................... NS
Outer .......................................... NS
Steering Axis Inclination (SAI) ................ 8 1/2
NS - Information not available from manufacturer.


RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS


Inflate tires to proper air pressure. Specifications can be
found on door pillar or in glove box. Cargo compartment must by
empty. Fuel tank should be full. Bounce vehicle up and down to
normalize ride height. Ride height specifications in regard to setting
camber and caster are not provided by the manufacturer.

Common questions

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Caster is the tilting of the front steering axis from side-view vertical. A positive caster, where the axis tilts backward, generates a trailing action that stabilizes steering. Conversely, a negative caster, with the axis tilted forward, results in a leading action which reduces stability .

Camber is the inward or outward tilt of the wheel as viewed from the front of the vehicle and is measured in degrees from vertical. Positive camber indicates that the top of the wheel tilts outward from the vehicle centerline, while negative camber means it tilts inward .

Before adjusting wheel alignment, ensure the tire pressure is correct, wheels are balanced and equal in size, check the wheel bearings, steering linkage, and suspension for wear, adjust the steering gear box, check vehicle ride height, center the steering wheel, and ensure lug nuts are tightened to specification .

Vehicle ride height affects camber and caster directly, as alignment specifications are designed with a standard ride height. Deviations in ride height can lead to misalignments resulting in incorrect camber and caster angles, thus altering vehicle handling .

Toe adjustments are made by loosening the clamps and adjusting the tie rod sleeves equally and oppositely to ensure the wheel remains centered. It's crucial to start with the steering wheel centered; if not, identify the tire out of alignment and adjust closer to its side to center the wheel .

Having full fuel and correct ride height ensures that the vehicle is in its standard operating condition. This is vital for achieving correct camber, caster, and toe settings, as variations can distort measurements and lead to improper alignment .

Maintaining the manufacturer's torque specifications for wheel lug nuts is vital to ensure wheel security and proper function. Incorrect torque settings can lead to wheel detachment or misalignment, affecting the vehicle's stability and safety .

Excessive wear in tie rod ends and ball joints can lead to looseness in steering and suspension systems, causing misalignment and poor vehicle control. This affects steering precision and tire wear, necessitating prompt inspection and replacement .

Incorrect toe-out readings during turns typically indicate a bent steering arm. Such discrepancies should be rectified by replacing the affected parts, as the parts should not be straightened in an attempt to correct the issue .

The steering knuckle should be replaced if both camber and steering axis inclination are incorrect by similar amounts, suggesting a bent knuckle. It's crucial because adjusting cannot correct a bent component and accurate alignment cannot be achieved without replacing faulty parts .

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