Adjusting Toe-In Curve (All Models)
CAUTION:
Manufacturer recommends replacing hex bolts if originals are loosened or removed.
NOTE:
For wheel bearing housings without a groove and tie rod ends with a ring, the upward adjustment travel is about 2 mm less. If the adjustment travel is not sufficient, then the ring on the tie rod end should be removed.
- Before attempting toe-in curve adjustment, see PRELIMINARY CHECKS and WHEEL ALIGNMENT WORK SEQUENCE .
- On tie rod end, loosen nut "A". See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .
- Unscrew bolt "B" about .160" (4 mm). Press down on tie rod end until it stops.
- Screw in adjustment bolt "B" until toe-in curve specified value is reached. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS .
- Tighten nut "A" to 37 ft. lbs. (50 N.m). Recheck toe-in curve.
- Tighten NEW bolt "B" to 62 INCH lbs. (7 N.m). Lower vehicle to initial position.
- Turn down threaded spindle. On all vehicles except those with a sport suspension, bounce vehicles with standard suspension several times. Allow suspension to settle.
- On all vehicles, wheel alignment computer will check toe constant "S" value again. If values are as specified, set toe-in. See TOE ADJUSTMENT (FRONT) . If values are not as specified, repeat adjustment procedure.