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Toe-In Adjustment: Front
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Front
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- Center steering wheel. Measure toe-in. Adjust toe-in if not within specification. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If adjustment is necessary, go to next step.
- Loosen tie rod lock nuts. Adjust both the right and left wheels at the same time, by the same amount in opposite directions to obtain the correct toe-in and to keep the steering wheel straight. Tighten tie rod lock nuts while holding the tie-rod arm. Make sure the toe-in setting does not change. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Re-position tie rod boot if twisted or moved out of place.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.