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Steering Angle Adjustment

  1. Loosen the locknut of the tie-rod end.
  2. Remove the rack boot clamp.
  3. Rotate the tie rod and adjust the steering angle.
    NOTE:
    • The travel distance of the right and left tie rods should be the same.
  4. Rotate the tie rod and adjust so that the length L shown in the figure is within the specification.
    Fig 1: Identifying Tie Rod Adjusting Length
    G08095615
    • Standard

      29.6-45.6 mm {1.17-1.79 in}

  5. Tighten the locknut of the tie-rod end.

    Tightening torque 

    • 69-98 N m {7.1-9.9 kgf m, 51-72 ft lbf}
  6. Correct the rack boot twists.
  7. Install and fix the rack boot clamp.
  8. After adjusting the steering angle, always inspect and adjust the toe angle.