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Wheel Alignment Angles: Caster

Fig 1: Identifying Caster Angles
G04582693Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Caster is the deviation from vertical of an imaginary line drawn through the ball joints when viewed from the side. The caster specifications in this article will give the vehicle the best directional stability characteristics when loaded and driven. The caster setting is not related to tire wear.