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FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (BP WITH TC)

Item

Specification

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

Total toe-in

(mm {in})

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

(degree)

0°17'+/-24'

Maximum steering angle

Inner

32°+/-3°

Outer

29°+/-3°

Steering axis inclination (reference value)

11+/-44'

Camber angle⁽³⁾

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

319-328 {12.6-12.9}

-0°48'+/-1°

329-338 {13.0-13.3}

-0°29'+/-1°

339-348 {13.4-13.7}

-0°10'+/-1°

349-358 {13.8-14.1}

0°09'+/-1°

359-368 {14.2-14.5}

0°28'+/-1°

Caster angle⁽³⁾

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

337-346 {13.3-13.6}

6°47'+/-1°

347-356 {13.7-14.0}

6°33'+/-1°

357-366 {14.1-14.4}

6°18'+/-1°

367-376 {14.5-14.8}

6°04'+/-1°

377-386 {14.9-15.2}

5°50'+/-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

BP with TC

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic