Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Front

Toe Adjustment-Front





1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
2. Turn the engine off, and hold the steering wheel in the straight forward position by attaching a rigid link from the steering wheel to the seat.
3. Check the toe settings. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.





4. Remove the clamps.





5. Loosen the nuts.
^ Clean and lubricate the nut(s) and front wheel spindle tie-rod threads.





6. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the front wheel spindle tie-rod is rotated.

Rotate the front wheel spindle tie-rods.





7. Tighten the nuts.





8. Install the clamps.
9. Recheck the toe settings. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.