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.
2021 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Rear Alignment (Inspection Value)
- WRX model
Tire size 235/45R17 245/40R18 Wheel arch height (Tolerance: +12 mm-24 mm (+0.47 in-0.94 in)) mm (in) 367 (14.45) 361 (14.21) Camber (tolerance: ±0°45' Differences between RH and LH: 45' or less) -1°30' -1°40' Toe-in mm (in) IN3±3 (IN0.12±0.12) Toe angle (sum of both wheels): IN0°16'±16' Thrust angle (tolerance: 0°00'±30') 0°00'
- STI model
Tire size 245/40R18 245/35R19 245/35ZR19 Wheel arch height (Tolerance: +12 mm-24 mm (+0.47 in-0.94 in)) mm (in) 362 (14.25) Camber (tolerance: ±0°45' Differences between RH and LH: 45' or less) -1°40' Toe-in mm (in) IN3±3 (IN0.12±0.12) Toe angle (sum of both wheels): IN0°16'±16' Thrust angle (tolerance: 0°00'±30') 0°00' NOTE:- Adjust with the value less than the inspection value, taking aging variation into consideration.
- Front toe-in, rear toe-in and front camber can be adjusted. Adjust if the value of toe-in or camber exceeds the tolerance range of the specification chart.
- Other items except for front toe-in, rear toe-in and front camber that are described in the specification chart cannot be adjusted.
- If other items exceed the tolerance range of the specification chart, check the suspension parts and connections for deformation. If defective, replace with new parts.
A - B = Positive: Toe-in, Negative: Toe-out
α = Individual toe angles
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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.
