c) Setting of the camber
The camber is the inclination of the wheel level as viewed from the front (vertical).
Negative inclination
(Top wheel edge points inwards)
A negative inclination on the front wheels increases the later cornering powers of the wheel when driving in bends, the
steering reacts more directly, the steering forces are reduced. At the same time the wheel is pushed onto the axle leg
in the direction of the axis. This stops an axial bearing clearance, the driving behaviour is calmer.
A negative inclination on the rear wheels reduces the tendency of the rear of the vehicle to swerve in bends. By setting
a negative inclination, the wear on the inside of the tires increases. However, this effect can be compensated by
setting a toe-in.
Shifting the camber in positive direction up to a positive camber, however, reduces the side tracking power of the
wheels!
Setting of the camber on front and rear wheels
The straining screws for fine adjustment of the camber are
each located in the top transverse control arms.
• Twist the straining screw in the upper transverse link
clockwise: The upper edge of the wheel is pulled inward
in direction 'negative camber'.
• Twist the straining screw in the upper transverse link
counter-clockwise: The upper edge of the wheel is pulled
outward in direction 'positive camber'
Ensure a balanced adjustment of the lateral track forces of
the front and rear axis, as differences may lead to
oversteering/understeering.
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Positive inclination
(Top wheel edge points outwards)