Wheel Alignment
Wheel Alignment
Section titled “Wheel Alignment”Proper alignment is critical for tire wear, handling, and safety. The E46 offers limited factory adjustability but aftermarket solutions expand adjustment range.
Factory Specifications
Section titled “Factory Specifications”Front Axle
Section titled “Front Axle”- Camber: -0°30’ ± 30’
- Caster: +7°30’ ± 30’
- Toe (per side): +0°05’ ± 5’ (slight toe-in)
- Total toe: +0°10’ ± 10’
Rear Axle
Section titled “Rear Axle”- Camber: -1°50’ ± 20’
- Toe (per side): +0°10’ ± 10’ (toe-in)
- Total toe: +0°20’ ± 10’
Adjustment Points
Section titled “Adjustment Points”The factory alignment adjustability is limited:
- Front camber: Eccentric bolt on strut-to-knuckle connection
- Front toe: Tie rod adjustment
- Front caster: Not adjustable (set by subframe position)
- Rear camber: Eccentric bolt on upper control arm
- Rear toe: Eccentric bolt on toe link
Recommended Street/Spirited Settings
Section titled “Recommended Street/Spirited Settings”For improved handling while maintaining reasonable tire wear:
- Front camber: -1.0° to -1.5°
- Rear camber: -1.5° to -2.0°
- Front toe: 0° to +0°05’ per side
- Rear toe: +0°10’ per side