Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Rear Wheel Alignment

NOTICE: For Zero Point Calibration information, please refer to: TSB T-SB-0020-8 (3/25/08).
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT TIRE
2. MEASURE VEHICLE HEIGHT (Refer to Front Wheel Alignment for procedures). Service and Repair

NOTICE: Before inspecting wheel alignment, adjust the vehicle height to the specified value.





3. INSPECT TOE-IN





Coupe





Convertible

HINT:
- Measure "C - D" only when "A + B" cannot be measured.
- If toe-in is not within the specified range, inspect the suspension parts and replace them if necessary.





4. ADJUST TOE-IN
a. Measure the lengths of the right and left No. 2 lower suspension arms.
No. 2 lower suspension arm length difference: 1.5 mm (0.06 inch) or less
If the left-right difference is larger than 1.5 mm (0.06 inch), adjust it by following the procedures below.
b. Loosen the 2 lock nuts.





c. Turn the right and left adjusting tubes by an equal amount to adjust toe-in.

HINT:
- Try to adjust toe-in to the center value.
- One turn of each adjusting tube will adjust toe-in by approximately 1.2° (1°12'), 10.8 mm (0.425 inch).

d. Torque the 2 lock nuts.
Torque: 56 Nm (570 kgf-cm, 41 ft. lbs.)
5. INSPECT CAMBER





Coupe (sport pack)





Coupe (except sport pack)





Convertible

HINT: Camber is not adjustable. If the measurement is not within the specification, inspect the suspension parts for damage and/or wear, and replace them if necessary.