Front Toe Adjustment
FRONT TOEThe static wheel toe position should be the final adjustment made to the vehicle during the alignment procedure.
NOTE: Note: When setting the front wheel static toe position, it is recommended to leave the engine running during the toe setting procedure.
1. Start engine and turn wheels both ways before straightening and centering steering wheel. Center steering wheel and retain with steering wheel clamp.
2. Remove clamp from steering gear boot attaching it to inner tie rod.
3. Loosen inner to outer tie rod jam nut.
CAUTION:
- Do not twist inner tie rod to steering gear rubber boots during this adjustment.
- The tie rod on this vehicle is an appearance item. When using a tool on the hex of the tie rod be extremely careful not to damage the paint on the tie rod.
4. Using the hex on the tie rod,. rotate the tie rod in the direction required to obtain specified individual wheel toe position.
CAUTION: To ensure the inner to outer tie rod jam nut does not loosen it must be tightened to the required torque specification after setting the toe.
5. Torque inner tie rod to outer tie rod jam nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
6. Position steering gear to inner tie rod boots at inner tie rod so boots are not twisted. Then install steering gear boot to inner tie rod boot clamp at tie rod.
7. Remove steering wheel clamp.
8. Remove all alignment equipment from the vehicle.
9. Test drive the vehicle to verify the steering wheel is straight and the vehicle does not wander or pull.