2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Wheel Alignment Specifications

Quick reference

Adjustability

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee has limited factory alignment adjustments.

Front Axle:

• Camber & Caster: Not adjustable from the factory. The front lower control arms and upper control arms are fixed. To adjust camber or caster, you will need to install aftermarket offset bushings or adjustable control arms.
• Toe: This is the only factory-adjustable angle on the front axle. Toe is adjusted by turning the threaded tie rod ends in or out.

Rear Axle:

• Camber: Not adjustable from the factory. Similar to the front, aftermarket kits, typically in the form of eccentric bushings or adjustable control arm links, are required to make any changes.
• Toe: Factory adjustable. Adjustments are made via an eccentric cam bolt on the inboard side of the lower control arm.

Recommended adjustment hardware

To bring front-end camber and caster into specification on a 2024 Grand Cherokee, mechanics will often use aftermarket kits. A popular solution is the SPC Performance front upper control arm kit (part #25490), which provides a significant range of adjustment for both camber and caster. For the rear, if camber is out of spec, an adjustable control arm link kit would be the recommended solution.

Symptoms of bad alignment

A misaligned vehicle will exhibit several warning signs, many of which are noticeable in the steering and tire wear.

• Pulling or Drifting: The vehicle may drift or pull to one side on a straight, flat road. This is often a sign of a camber or caster issue.
• Uneven Tire Wear: This is the most common symptom. Look for these patterns:
  • Feathering: When the tread blocks are worn unevenly, feeling like a saw blade when you run your hand over them. This is a classic sign of incorrect toe.
  • Camber Wear: Wear concentrated on the extreme inside or outside edge of the tire. Excessive negative camber wears the inside edge, while excessive positive camber wears the outside edge.
  • Caster Issues: While incorrect caster doesn't typically cause tire wear, it can lead to steering instability or a pull to the side with less positive caster.
• Off-center Steering Wheel: The steering wheel is not centered when driving straight. This is a direct result of incorrect front or rear toe settings.

When to align

It is recommended to have your Grand Cherokee's alignment checked annually. However, an alignment is absolutely essential after certain events or repairs:

• After installing new tires: To ensure you get the longest life out of your new investment.
• After suspension or steering component replacement: Any time a part like a control arm, ball joint, tie rod end, or strut is replaced, the alignment will be affected.
• After a collision or impact: Hitting a curb, a large pothole, or being in a minor accident can easily knock the alignment out of specification.

Typical alignment cost

The cost for a four-wheel alignment on a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee typically ranges from $120 to $250. The price can vary based on the shop's labor rate and location. If aftermarket kits are needed to correct non-adjustable angles, expect to pay additional for parts and labor.

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