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FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (BP)

Item

Specification

Front wheel alignment (unloaded⁽¹⁾, ⁽²⁾)

Total toe-in

(mm {in})

3+/-4 {0.12+/-0.16}

(degree)

0°18'+/-24'

Maximum steering angle

Inner

38°+/-3°

Outer

33°+/-3°

Steering axis inclination (reference value)

11°38'

Camber angle⁽³⁾

Height from center of wheel to front fender brim (mm {in})

327-336 {12.9-13.2}

-0°32'+/-1°

337-346 {13.3-13.6}

-0°12'+/-1°

347-356 {13.7-14.0}

0°06'+/-1°

357-366 {14.1-14.4}

0°23'+/-1°

367-376 {14.1-14.8}

0°38'+/-1°

Caster angle⁽³⁾

Height from center of wheel to rear fender brim (mm {in})

346-355 {13.7-13.9}

6+/-17'+/-1°

356-365 {14.1-14.3}

6°03'+/-1°

366-375 {14.5-14.7}

5°48'+/-1°

376-385 {14.9-15.1}

5°34'+/-1°

386-395 {15.2-15.5}

5°20'+/-1°

⁽¹⁾	Fuel tank full. Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.

⁽²⁾	Adjust to the median when carrying out wheel alignment.

⁽³⁾	Difference between left and right must not exceed 1°30'.

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.

Safety Warning

Front Wheel Alignment: Specification: BP

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When to See a Mechanic

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