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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1983GRAND PRIX BASE, 5.0 HREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 7 (WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES)ADJUSTMENTSTOE-IN ADJUSTMENTFRONT WHEELS
1983 Pontiac Grand Prix Base, 5.0 H
Front Wheels
1983 Pontiac Grand Prix Base, 5.0 HSECTION Front Wheels
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Toe-in can be changed by changing the length of tie rods. When tie rods are mounted ahead of steering knuckle they must be decreased in length in order to increase toe-in.
- Loosen clamp bolts at each end of steering tie rod adjustment sleeve. On models with rack and pinion steering loosen jam nut. With steering wheel set in straight ahead position, turn tie rod adjusting sleeves to obtain the proper toe-in adjustment.
- When adjustment is completed, check to see that the number of threads showing on each end of sleeve are equal and that tie rod end housing are at right angles to steering arm. Position tie rod clamps and sleeves. See Fig 1 . Tighten to specifications. On rack and pinion models tighten jam nut when set to proper specifications.
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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.