Toe-In Adjustment (Front)

1983 Pontiac Grand Prix Base, 5.0 HSECTION Toe-In Adjustment (Front)
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Loosen tie rod end lock nut. See Fig 1 . Loosen steering gear dust boot clamp(s) at tie rod end. Turn inner tie rod to obtain correct toe-in. Tighten lock nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ  . Ensure steering gear dust boot is straight after adjustment. Tighten dust boot clamp.

Fig 1: Adjusting Front Toe-in
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