Toe-In Adjustment: Front

2003 Honda Civic EX, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Front
  1. Check toe-in with wheels pointed straight ahead. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS  . If no adjustment is required, remove alignment equipment. If adjustment is required, go to next step.
  2. Loosen tie-rod lock nuts, and turn both tie rods in the same direction until the front wheels are pointing straight ahead. Turn both tie rods equally until the toe-in reading on turning radius gauge is correct. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS  . After adjusting, tighten the tie-rod lock nuts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . Reposition the tie rod boot if it is twisted or displaced. Recheck toe-in.
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