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1984 Mazda 626 L4-2.0L DSL
Toe-In
1984 Mazda 626 L4-2.0L DSLSECTION Toe-In
FRONT
1. Loosen left and right tie rod locknuts.
2. Turn both tie rods the same amount until specified adjustment is obtained. Both tie rods have right hand threads.
3. Torque tie rod locknut to 25-29 ft.lbs. on GLC and 2 wheel drive 323 models, 25-37 ft.lbs. on 323 models with all wheel drive, 51-58 ft.lbs. on 1984-87 626, 1984-88 RX-7 and Pickup models and 1988 929, or 51-72 ft.lbs. on 1988 626 and MX-6 models.
4. If boot is twisted, loosen boot band and straighten.
REAR
Fig. 4 Toe-in adjustment:
1. Loosen front lateral link inner attaching nut, then retorque nut to 52-63 ft.lbs.
2. Adjust toe-in by turning spacer, Fig. 4.
3. After adjustment is completed, torque attaching nut to 69-86 ft.lbs.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.