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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI1996ELANTRA L4-1.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRTOE-INFRONT
1996 Hyundai Elantra L4-1.8L
Front
1996 Hyundai Elantra L4-1.8LSECTION Front
Fig. 1 Toe-In Adjustment:
Toe-in is adjusted by turning the tie rod turnbuckles, Fig. 1. Changes achieved by turning the tie rods for both left and right wheels simultaneously one turn, will result in a toe change of approximately 0.47 inch on Sonata models, 0.514 inch on Scoupe & Excel models, or 0.433 inch. on Elantra models. To adjust toe-in, proceed as follows:
1. Remove outer bellows clip to prevent damage to bellows.
2. Loosen locknuts, then turn right and left tie rods an equal amount as required.
3. After adjustment is completed, tighten locknuts, then reinstall bellows clip.
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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.