Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Pontiac Firefly (CANADA) L4-1.3LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Rear Wheel Alignment
1. Adjust the rear toe by loosening/tightening both body-side (cam) control rod nuts (3) and bolts (2).
2. Loosen the right and left body-side control rod nuts (3).
3. Loosen the right and left body-side control rod bolts (cam bolts) (2) by the same amount.
4. Set the rear total toe to 0.3 to 0.6 degrees.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Important: Hold the control rod bolt with a wrench to prevent it from turning while tightening the control rod nuts.
5. Tighten the left and right body-side control rod nuts.
- Tighten the left and right body-side control rod nuts to 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.).
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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.