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.
Front Toe-In
When adjusting the toe-in, adjust it to the following value.
Toe-in: Adjustment value
0±2 mm (0±0.08 in)
- Check that the left and right wheel steering angles are within specification.
- Loosen the tie-rod end lock nuts on the left and right sides.
- Turn the left and right tie-rods by equal amounts until the toe-in is at the specification.NOTE: Both the left and right tie-rods are right-hand threaded. To increase toe-in, turn both tie-rods clockwise by equal amount (viewing from the inside of vehicle).
- Tighten the tie-rod end lock nut.
Tightening torque:
85 N.m (8.7 kgf-m, 62.7 ft-lb)
- Correct the boot steering gearbox if it is twisted.
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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.
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