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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997ASTRO VAN 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENTMEASURING FRONT ALIGNMENT ANGLES
1997 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W
Measuring Front Alignment Angles
1997 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION Measuring Front Alignment Angles
NOTE:
- Satisfactory vehicle operation may occur over a wide range of front wheel alignment settings. However, if the settings vary beyond specified tolerances, adjustments are needed.
- Set the front wheel alignment to specifications while the vehicle is in its normally loaded condition. Vehicles that are consistently operated with heavy loads should have toe-in adjusted with the vehicle under heavy load. This procedure should result in longer tire life.
MEASURE FRONT ALIGNMENT ANGLES
a. Install alignment equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions.
b. Measure alignment angles and record the readings. If adjustments are required, make them in the following order: caster, camber, and toe-in.
- Satisfactory vehicle operation may occur over a wide range of front wheel alignment settings. However, if the settings vary beyond specified tolerances, adjustments are needed.
- Set the front wheel alignment to specifications while the vehicle is in its normally loaded condition. Vehicles that are consistently operated with heavy loads should have toe-in adjusted with the vehicle under heavy load. This procedure should result in longer tire life.
MEASURE FRONT ALIGNMENT ANGLES
a. Install alignment equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions.
b. Measure alignment angles and record the readings. If adjustments are required, make them in the following order: caster, camber, and toe-in.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.