Front Toe Adjustment

Fig 1: Identifying Tie Rod & Jam Nut

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Remove the small seal clamp from the inner tie rod boot.
Position the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
Loosen the hex nut on the tie rod (2). Turn the tie rod shaft (1) in order to obtain the proper toe angle. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .
Confirm the number of threads showing on each tie rod end is nearly equal.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Confirm that the tie rod ends (3) are square before you tighten the lock nuts (2).
Tighten: Tighten the jam nut at the tie rod ends to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).

IMPORTANT: Ensure the seals do not twist.