Toe-In Adjustment: Rear

2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Rear
  1. Release parking brake. If parking brake is engaged, toe-in measurement may be incorrect. Check the toe-in. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONSΒ  . If no adjustment is required, remove the alignment equipment. If adjustment is required, go to next step.
  2. Hold adjusting bolt on lower control arm, and loosen lock nut. See Fig 1 . Turn adjusting bolt until toe-in is as specified. Install NEW lock nut, and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ  .
Fig 1: Adjusting Rear Toe-In (Typical)
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