Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Toe Adjustment - Front




Toe Adjustment - Front

General Procedure

1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the front toe.

2. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.

3. Turn the engine off and, using a suitable steering wheel holding device, lock the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.

4. Remove the steering gear bellows clamps.





5. Loosen the tie-rod end jam nuts (1 each side).





6. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the tie rod is rotated.
Rotate the tie rods as necessary to adjust the toe setting.

7. Tighten the tie-rod end jam nuts.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).





8. Recheck the toe settings and adjust as necessary.

9. Install the steering gear bellows clamps.