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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK1980CENTURY BASE, 3.8L ENG VIN AREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTWHEEL ALIGNMENT (PROCEDURES)TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
1980 Buick Century Base, 3.8L Eng VIN A
Toe-In Adjustment
1980 Buick Century Base, 3.8L Eng VIN ASECTION Toe-In Adjustment
Toe-in is the difference in the distance measured between the front and rear of the front wheels. To adjust:
- Measure toe-in with front wheels in straight ahead position and steering wheel centered. To adjust toe-in, loosen clamps and turn adjusting sleeve or adjustable end on right and left hand tie rods. See Figs. 2 and Fig 2.
- Turn equally and in opposite directions to maintain steering wheel in centered position.CAUTION: Face of tie rod end must be parallel with machined surface of steering rod end to prevent cocking and binding of the ball end in service.
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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.