Rear Toe Adjustment

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Rear Toe Adjustment
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    Fig 1: Loosening The Tie Rod Jam Nut
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  1. Loosen the jam nut on the tie rod (1).
  2. Rotate the inner tie rod to the required toe specification setting. Refer to Wheel Alignment SpecificationsΒ .
  3. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Tighten the jam nut on the tie rod.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the tie rod jam to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).

  5. Check the toe setting after tightening.
  6. Re-adjust the toe setting if necessary.
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