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Front Toe Adjustment

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  1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
  2. Turn the engine off. Hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position using a suitable holding device.
  3. Check the toe settings following the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
    4. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the front wheel spindle tie-rod is rotated.
    Fig 1: Locating Steering Gear Bellows Clamp
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  4. Remove the steering gear bellows clamp(s).
  5. Loosen the tie-rod end jam nut(s).
    • Clean and lubricate the nut(s) and front wheel spindle tie-rod threads.
      Fig 2: Locating Tie-Rod End Jam Nut
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  6. Rotate the front wheel spindle tie-rods to increase or decrease the front toe.
    Fig 3: Identifying Front Wheel Spindle Tie-Rods To Increase Or Decrease Front Toe
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    7. CAUTION: Hold the tie-rod end stationary with a wrench while tightening the nut, or damage to the boot can occur.
    NOTE: Do not disturb the toe settings while tightening the nut(s).
    Fig 4: Tightening Tie-Rod End Jam Nut
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  7. Tighten the tie-rod end jam nut(s) to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
  8. Install the steering gear bellows clamp(s).
    Fig 5: Locating Steering Gear Bellows Clamp
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  9. Check the toe settings. Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
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