2003 Audi A6 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Toe Adjustment (Front)

Before attempting toe adjustment, see PRELIMINARY CHECKSΒ  and WHEEL ALIGNMENT WORK SEQUENCEΒ  .

Loosen lock nut "B" on tie rod. See Fig 1 . Also, loosen rack boot outer clamp. Adjust toe by turning hex nut "A" until proper setting is reached. Do not allow boot to twist during adjustment, straighten twisted boots when toe in is set. Tighten tie rod lock nutto 30 ft. lbs. (40 N.m). Recheck toe adjustment.

Fig 1: Adjusting Front Axle Toe
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