Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1997 Eagle Talon Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Alignment Specifications
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Preferred | Range | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camber (1) | |||||||||||||
| Front | |||||||||||||
| High/Premium Price Models (4) | |||||||||||||
| 2WD | 0.33 | - 0.83 To 0.17 | |||||||||||
| AWD | - 0.33 | - 0.83 To 0.17 | |||||||||||
| Medium Price Models (4) | - 0.08 | - 0.52 To 0.42 | |||||||||||
| Rear | |||||||||||||
| 2WD | |||||||||||||
| 14" Wheel | - 1.33 | - 1.83 To - 0.83 | |||||||||||
| 16" Wheel | - 1.67 | - 2.17 To - 1.17 | |||||||||||
| AWD | |||||||||||||
| A/T | - 1.33 | - 1.83 To - 0.83 | |||||||||||
| M/T | - 1.67 | - 2.17 To - 1.17 | |||||||||||
| Caster (1)(2) | 4.67 | 3.67 To 5.67 | |||||||||||
| Toe-In (1) | |||||||||||||
| Front | 0 | - 0.24 To 0.24 | |||||||||||
| Rear | 0.24 | 0 To 0.48 | |||||||||||
| Toe-In (3) | |||||||||||||
| Front | 0 (0) | - 0.12 To 0.12 (- 3 To 3) | |||||||||||
| Rear | 0.12 (3) | 0 To 0.24 (0 To 6) | |||||||||||
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Factory Service Tools
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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.
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