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.
2003 Subaru Baja StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Rear Wheel Toe-In: Inspection
- Using a toe-in gauge, measure rear wheel toe-in.
- Toe-in: 0+/-3 mm (0+/-0.12 in)
- Mark rear sides of left and right tires at height corresponding to center of spindles and measure distance "A" between marks.
- Move vehicle forward so that marks line up with front sides at height corresponding to center of spindles.
- Measure distance "B" between left and right marks. Toe-in can then be obtained by the following equation:
- A - B = Toe-in
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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.