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.
1985 Subaru XT DLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Wheel Alignment Specifications
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD | |||||||
| Front | |||||||
| Hatchback | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | -7/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | +1 1/2 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | +1/32 +/- 1/32 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | 36 1/2 | ||||||
| Outer | 35 | ||||||
| Sedan | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | +2 1/2 +/- 1/2 | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | +3/4 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | +1/32 +/- 1/32 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | 36 1/2 | ||||||
| Outer | 35 | ||||||
| Station Wagon & Models W/air suspension | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | +2 1/8 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | +1 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | +1/32 +/- 1/32 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | 36 1/2 | ||||||
| Outer | 35 | ||||||
| XT | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | N/A | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | 0 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | 0 +/- 1/8 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | N/A | ||||||
| Outer | N/A | ||||||
| Rear | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | (1) | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | 0 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | 0 +/- 1/8 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | N/A | ||||||
| Outer | N/A | ||||||
| 4WD | |||||||
| Brat | |||||||
| Front | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | (1) -11/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | (1) +2 7/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | Out 3/16 +/- 1/32 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | 36 1/2 | ||||||
| Outer | 35 | ||||||
| Rear | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | (1) | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | +5/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | 0 +/- 1/8 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | N/A | ||||||
| Outer | N/A | ||||||
| Hatchback | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | -1/2 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | (1) +2 7/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | +3/16 +/- 1/32 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | 36 1/2 | ||||||
| Outer | 35 | ||||||
| Sedan | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | (1) +1 13/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | (1) +1 11/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | +1/32 +/- 1/32 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | 36 1/2 | ||||||
| Outer | 35 | ||||||
| Station Wagon | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | +1 9/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | +1 11/16 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | +1/32 +/- 1/32 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | 36 1/2 | ||||||
| Outer | 35 | ||||||
| XT | |||||||
| Caster (Degrees) | N/A | ||||||
| Camber (Degrees) | 0 +/- 3/4 | ||||||
| Toe-in (Inches) | +3/32 +/- 1/8 | ||||||
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||||||
| Inner | N/A | ||||||
| Outer | N/A | ||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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