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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 264 (WHEEL ALIGNMENT SYSTEM)FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENTTOTAL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6
Total Toe-in Adjustment
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Total Toe-in Adjustment
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- Loosen the locknut of the tie-rod end.
- Remove the rack boot clamp.
- Adjust the total toe-in by rotating each tie rod (left and right) in the opposite directions by the same amount respectively.NOTE:
- Toe angle changes by approx. 6mm {0.2 in} per one rotation of the tie rod one wheel.
- Each tie rod has a right-hand thread. When increasing the toe-in angle, rotate the right tie rod toward the front of the vehicle and rotate the left tie rod toward the rear of the vehicle by the same amount.
- Tighten the locknut of the tie-rod end.
- Tightening torque 68.6-98.0 N.m {7.00-9.99 kgf.m, 50.6-72.2 ft.lbf}
- Verify that the rack boot does not have any twisting and install the rack boot clamp.
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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.