Rear Toe Adjustment

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Rear Toe Adjustment
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    Fig 1: Locating Toe Link-To-Frame Fastener
    GM933972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Loosen the toe link-to-frame fastener enough to allow for movement.
  2. IMPORTANT: The frame of the vehicle is slotted, a cam nut is available for service if required.
  3. Rotate the toe link cam nut in the direction necessary to correct the toe angle.
  4. Snug the toe link-to-frame fastener, do not tighten at this time.
  5. Reinspect the rear toe specifications and adjust as necessary.
  6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  7. Hold the nut and tighten the link-to-frame fastener bolt.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolt to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

  8. Repeat the procedure for the other rear wheel.
RENDER: 1.0x

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