Front Axle Toe, Adjusting

-- Measure The Dimension -A- Between The Tie Rod Head -1- And The Left And Right Tie Rod -2- And Make A Note Of The Value. Dimension -A- Should Be The Same Before And After Adjusting On The Left And Right.

Fig 1: Measuring Tie Rod / Tie Rod Head Dimension

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-- Loosen Lock Nut -B-.

Fig 2: Locating Lock Nut

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NOTE:

Counterhold The Tie Rod End -C- When Loosening The Lock Nut -B-.

-- Adjust Toe On Left And Right-Hand Wheels At Hex -A-.

NOTE:

Be Sure That Boot Is Not Twisted After Turning The Tie Rods.

Twisted Boots Wear Out Quickly.

-- Tighten Lock Nut -B- And Check Toe-In Value Again. Refer to the appropriate service information, see HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING GEAR OVERVIEW.

NOTE:

After Tightening Lock Nut -B- It Is Possible That The Value Deviates Slightly.

If The Measured Toe Nevertheless Lies Within The Tolerance, The Adjustment Is Correct.