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Rear Toe Adjustment

CAUTION:
  • The cam nut and cam bolt area must be free of debris to ensure proper clamping.
NOTE:
  • Clean the general area of the joint to prevent debris from entering the joint. Clean the area using only mild liquids.
NOTE:
  • Bounce the vehicle to make sure that the suspension is in its normal, at-rest position.
  1. Check the toe setting using suitable wheel alignment equipment.
    NOTE:
    • Do not remove the rear knuckle cam nut and wheel knuckle bolts. If removed, clean the serrations in the bushing sleeve with a wire brush and install a new wheel knuckle bolt and cam nut.
    Fig 1: Installing Wheel Knuckle Bolt And Cam Nut
    G03725095Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Loosen the LH and RH rear wheel knuckle bolts.
    Fig 2: Loosening LH And RH Rear Wheel Knuckle Bolts
    G03725096Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Turn the LH and RH adjusting cams simultaneously until the toe is within specification.
  4. Tighten the LH and RH rear wheel knuckle bolts.
    • Using a suitable tool, hold the adjustment cam nut stationary while tightening the rear wheel knuckle bolt.
    • Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
    Fig 3: Tightening LH And RH Rear Wheel Knuckle Bolts & Torque Specifications
    G03725097Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.