2004 Lexus RX 330 AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Front Wheel Alignment: Adjustment

  1. INSPECT TIRE (See  WHEEL & TIRE SYSTEM  ) 
  2. MEASURE VEHICLE HEIGHT 

    Vehicle height: 

    Except Air Suspension: 

    Fig 1: Vehicle Height Specifications (Except Air Suspension)
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    Air Suspension: 

    Fig 2: Vehicle Height Specifications (Air Suspension)
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    Measuring Points: 

    Fig 3: Vehicle Height/ Measuring Points
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    1. A: Ground clearance of lower suspension arm No. 2 bush set bolt center 
    2. B: Ground clearance of front wheel center 
    3. C: Ground clearance of strut rod set bolt center 
    4. D: Ground clearance of rear wheel center 
    NOTE: Before inspecting the wheel alignment, adjust the vehicle height to the specified value.

    HINT:

    Bounce the vehicle at the corners up and down to stabilize the suspension and inspect the vehicle height.

  3. INSPECT TOE-IN 

    Toe-in: 

    Fig 4: Identifying Toe-In
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