Checking the Toe-In, Rear

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Fig 1: Checking That Instruments Are Adjusted In Relation To Each Other On Front And Rear Axles

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Check that the instruments are adjusted in relation to each other on the front and rear axles.

This is extremely important so that the thrust angle can be adjusted.

The difference between the symmetry line (A) of the wheels and the thrust line (B) is called the thrust angle (C).

Check and adjust the toe-in and thrust angle in the following order:

Toe-in rear wheels
thrust angle (C)
toe-in front wheels, in relation to the thrust line (B).

For the correct values, see Wheel Camber, Specifications .