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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1249 (WHEEL ALIGNMENT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z
Front Toe Adjustment
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Front Toe Adjustment
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- Loosen the jam nut (1) on the outer tie rod.
- Rotate the inner tie rod to the required toe specification setting. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .
- Tighten the jam nut to the outer tie rod.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
- Check the toe setting after tightening. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .
- Re-adjust the toe setting if necessary.
NOTE:
Care must be taken that the boots are not twisted when rotating the inner tie rods, or damage to the boots may result.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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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.