FixVault

Frame Angle

  1. Position vehicle on smooth, level surface. Using inclinometer or bubble protractor, measure frame angle. Determine if frame angle is up-in-rear or down-in-rear.
  2. To determine corrected caster reading with various frame angles and caster readings apply one of the following rules:
    • Down-in-rear frame angle must be subtracted from a positive caster reading.
    • Up-in-rear frame angle must be added to a positive caster reading.
    • Down-in-rear frame angle must be added to a negative caster reading.
    • Up-in-rear frame angle must be subtracted from a negative caster reading.

If corrected caster is not within specification, adjust caster to specified setting.