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Toe-In



INSPECT TOE-IN









If the toe-in is not within the specification. adjust it at the tie rod end.

ADJUST TOE-IN









(a) Remove the boot clamps.
(b) Loosen the tie rod end lock nuts.





(c) Turn the left and right rack ends an equal amount to adjust the toe-in.

HINT: Make sure that the lengths of the left and right tie rod ends length are the same.

Tie rod end length difference: 1.5 mm (0.059 in.) or less

(d) Torque the tie rod end lock nuts.
Torque: 74 N.m (750 kgf.cm, 54 ft.lb)

(e) Place the boot on the seat and install the clamp.

HINT: Make sure that the boots are not twisted.

INSPECT WHEEL ANGLE









If the wheel angles differ from the specification, check the difference of the left and right tie rod end length.

Tie rod end length difference: 1.5 mm (0.059 in.) or 1ess