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2001 Subaru Outback Base, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Rear Wheel Toe-In: Adjustment

Loosen self-locking nut on inner side of link rear.
CAUTION:
- When loosening or tightening adjusting bolt, hold bolt head and turn self-locking nut.
- Discard loosened self-locking nut and replace with a new one.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Adjusting Bolt & Rear Link
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Turn adjusting bolt head until toe-in is at the specification.
NOTE: When left and right wheels are adjusted for toe-in at the same time, the movement of one scale graduation changes toe-in by approximately 3 mm (0.12 in).

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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.