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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1619 (WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Front Toe Adjustment

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Front Toe Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Perform the following steps to remove the small seal clamp:
Position the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
Loosen the hex nut on the tie rod (2). Turn the tie rod shaft (1) in order to obtain the proper toe angle. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 1: Locating Hex Nut On Tie Rod
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Confirm the number of threads showing on each tie rod end is nearly equal.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Confirm that the tie rod ends (3) are square before you tighten the lock nuts (2).
Tighten

Tighten the hex nuts at the tie rod ends to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).

IMPORTANT: Ensure the seals do not twist.
Install the seal clamps.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.