FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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Specification (Unloaded)*1

Item

Specification

Fuel gauge indication

Empty

1/4

1/2

3/4

Full
Maximum steering angle
[Tolerance ±3°]
215/70R16 tires
Inner
37°06′
Outer
30°54′
235/70R16 tires
Inner
35°18′
Outer
29°48′
Total toe‐in
Tire
[Tolerance ±4 {±0.16}]
(mm {in})
–1.0 {0.04}
(degree)
–0°05′±0°14′
Caster angle*2
[Tolerance ±1°]
1°47′24′′
Camber angle*2
[Tolerance ±1°]
–0°28′48′′
Steering axis inclination (Reference value)
11°06′

*1  :Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
*2  :Difference between left and right must not exceed 1°30′.

Camber and Caster Adjustment

1.  Lift up the vehicle.

2.  Remove the front shock absorber upper mounting bracket nuts.

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3.  Push the front shock absorber upper mounting bracket downward and turn it to the desired position to set camber and caster. Both camber and caster for front suspension are adjustable within a maximum angle of 22’ minutes.

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Direction indicator

Difference from standard position

Camber angle

Caster angle
1
0°
–0°22′ 12′′
2
–0°21′ 36′′
–0°22′ 12′′
3
–0°21′ 36′′
0°

4.  Tighten the front shock absorber upper mounting bracket nuts.

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Front Toe Adjustment

1.  Start the engine and center the steering wheel.

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2.  Turn the engine off and lock the steering wheel in position.

3.  Inspect the toe settings. Follow the specifications.

4.  Remove the clamps.

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Note
•  Do not allow the boots to twist when the front wheel spindle tie rod is rotated.

5.  Loosen the nuts.

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(1)  Clean and lubricate the nuts and front wheel spindle tie rod threads.

6.  Rotate the nuts and the front wheel spindle tie rods.

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7.  Tighten the nuts.

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8.  Install the clamp(s).

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9.  Inspect the toe settings again. Follow the specifications.