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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP1985CHEROKEE 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN U 1-BBLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIR
1985 Jeep Cherokee 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN U 1-bbl
Alignment: Service and Repair
1985 Jeep Cherokee 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN U 1-bblSECTION Service and Repair
CAMBER
Camber is preset at the factory and is not adjustable. If the camber angle is not within specifications, replace the suspension components responsible for the incorrect angles.
CASTER
Caster is adjusted by adding or subtracting shims at the rear of the lower control arms.
Fig. 2 Positioning adjusting tube clamps:
TOE ADJUSTMENT
To adjust toe setting, center steering gear, then lock steering wheel to hold in position. Adjust right wheel toe setting by loosening clamp bolt and rotating center link connecting pitman arm to right wheel. Adjust left wheel toe setting by loosening clamp bolt and rotating the tie rod connecting the center link to the left wheel.
After adjustments are completed, position clamps as shown. Torque clamp bolts to 14 ft. lbs.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.