TOE ADJUSTMENT
Toe is adjusted by changing the tie rod (1) length. Loosen right and
left tie rod end lock nuts (2) first and then rotate right and left tie rods
by the same amount to align toe-in to specification. In this adjust-
ment, right and left tie rods should become equal in length “a” in fig-
ure. Before rotating tie rods, apply grease between tie rods and
rack boots so that boots won’t be twisted.
After adjustment, tighten lock nuts to specified torque and make
sure that rack boots are not twisted.
Tightening Torque
(a): 45 N·m (4.5 kg-m, 32.5 lb-ft)
CAMBER AND CASTER ADJUSTMENT
Should camber or caster be found out of specifications upon in-
spection, locate its cause first. If it is damaged, loose, bent, dented
or worn suspension parts, they should be replaced. If it is in vehicle
body, repair it so as to attain specifications.
To prevent possible incorrect reading of camber or caster, vehicle
front end must be moved up and down a few times before inspec-
tion.
STEERING ANGLE
When tie rod or tie rod end was replaced, check toe and then also
steering angle with turning radius gauge (1).
If steering angle is not correct, check if right and left tie rods are
equal in length “a”.
NOTE:
If tie rod lengths were changed to adjust steering angle, rein-
spect toe-in.
Steering angle
inside
: 38
5
3
5
outside : 32
5
3
5
FRONT END ALIGNMENT
3A-3
