Toe-In Adjustment

1995 Honda Civic DX, 2D Hatchback, AutomaticSECTION Toe-In Adjustment
NOTE: Manufacturer recommends using commercially available computerized 4-wheel alignment equipment. Follow equipment manufacturer instructions to obtain current vehicle alignment settings. Use following procedures for necessary adjustments.
  1. Secure steering wheel in straight-ahead position. Measure front wheel toe-in. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONSΒ  table. If adjustment is needed, loosen tie rod lock nuts. Turn both tie rods equally in the same direction until front wheels are in straight-ahead position and toe-in reading is correct. Tighten tie rod lock nuts. Reposition tie rod boots if twisted.
  2. Ensure parking brake is released. Check rear wheel toe-in. If adjustment is needed, hold adjusting bolt on rear compensator arm and loosen lock nut. See Fig 1 . Adjust rear toe-in by sliding rear control arm until rear toe-in is correct. Install NEW lock nut, and tighten it while holding adjusting bolt.
Fig 1: Adjusting Rear Toe-In
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