Wheel Alignment Angles: Toe

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Toe

Positive Toe (Toe In)Β 

Fig 1: Identifying Positive Toe (Toe In)
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Negative Toe (Toe Out)Β 

Fig 2: Identifying Negative Toe (Toe Out)
G03878235Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

The vehicle toe setting:

  • affects tire wear and directional stability.
  • must be checked after adding aftermarket equipment, such as a snowplow or body.
RENDER: 1.0x

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