Rear Axle Toe, Adjusting: Notes

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

• Track Rod Tool Insert :T40183 
  Fig 1: Identifying Tool Insert T40183

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• Fine tooth ratchet, commercially available
• 21 mm internal multi-point socket, commercially available

Procedure 

Versions Without Rear Axle Steering:

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-- Remove the nut -1- for the threaded connection between the tie rod/subframe. Install a new nut all the way.

-- Adjust the toe by turning the eccentric bolt -2-.

TIP: 

To turn the eccentric bolt, turn the hex head at the >>top of the bolt<<.

Versions With Rear Axle Steering:

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-- Remove the nut -1- for the threaded connection between the tie rod/rear axle steering. Install a new nut all the way.

-- Adjust the toe by turning the eccentric bolt -2-.

Continuation for All Vehicles: 

• Axle alignment specified values. Refer to AXLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFIED VALUES .
• The maximum adjustment range is 90° to left or right of center position.
• The geometric drive axle is automatically changed when individual toe settings are changed.

-- Tighten the nut -1- with the :T40183  .

-- Then check the toe value again. Refer to AXLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFIED VALUES .