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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2001HIGHLANDER 2WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
2001 Toyota Highlander 2WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)
Rear Wheel Alignment
2001 Toyota Highlander 2WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Rear Wheel Alignment
NOTICE: For Zero Point Calibration information, please refer to: TSB T-SB-0020-8 (3/25/08).
ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT TIRE
2. MEASURE VEHICLE HEIGHT. Refer to Alignment; Adjustments.
NOTICE: Before inspecting the wheel alignment, adjust the vehicle height to the specified value.

3. INSPECT TOE-IN

Toe-in:
If the toe-in is not within the specified value, inspect and replace the suspension parts as necessary.
4. ADJUST TOE-IN (2WD DRIVE TYPE)

a. Measure the lengths of the right and left No. 2 lower suspension arms.
No. 2 lower suspension arm length difference: 1.0 mm (0.04 inch) or less
If the left-right difference is larger than 1.0 mm (0.04 inch), adjust it by the procedures.
b. Loosen the lock nuts.

c. Turn the right and left adjusting tube by an equal amount to adjust toe-in.
HINT:
- Try to adjust the toe-4n to the center value.
- One turn of the each adjusting tube will adjust the toe-in by about 67' (1° 11', 11.1 mm, 0.437 inch).
d. Torque the lock nut.
Torque: 56 Nm (570 kgf-cm, 41 ft. lbs.)

5. ADJUST TOE-IN (4WD DRIVE TYPE)
a. Measure the distance between each wheel disc and corner of the toe-adjusting cam then confirm that left and right distances are the same.
No. 2 lower suspension arm length difference:
1.0 mm (0.04 inch) or less
If the left-right difference is larger than 1.0 mm (0.04 inch), adjust it by the procedures.
b. Turn the toe-adjusting cam by an equal amount to adjust toe-in.
HINT:
- Try to adjust the toe-in to the center value.
- The toe-in will change by the specifications corresponding to each graduation of the cam.
Approximately 3.3 mm (0.13 inch)
c. Torque the lock bolt.
Torque: 113 Nm (1,150 kgf-cm, 83 ft. lbs.)
6. INSPECT CAMBER

4WD:

2WD:
HINT: Camber is not adjustable, if the measurement is not within the specification, inspect the suspension parts for damaged and/or worn-out parts and replace them as necessary.
ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT TIRE
2. MEASURE VEHICLE HEIGHT. Refer to Alignment; Adjustments.
NOTICE: Before inspecting the wheel alignment, adjust the vehicle height to the specified value.
Measuring Point Reference:
3. INSPECT TOE-IN
Toe-in:
If the toe-in is not within the specified value, inspect and replace the suspension parts as necessary.
4. ADJUST TOE-IN (2WD DRIVE TYPE)
a. Measure the lengths of the right and left No. 2 lower suspension arms.
No. 2 lower suspension arm length difference: 1.0 mm (0.04 inch) or less
If the left-right difference is larger than 1.0 mm (0.04 inch), adjust it by the procedures.
b. Loosen the lock nuts.
c. Turn the right and left adjusting tube by an equal amount to adjust toe-in.
HINT:
- Try to adjust the toe-4n to the center value.
- One turn of the each adjusting tube will adjust the toe-in by about 67' (1° 11', 11.1 mm, 0.437 inch).
d. Torque the lock nut.
Torque: 56 Nm (570 kgf-cm, 41 ft. lbs.)
5. ADJUST TOE-IN (4WD DRIVE TYPE)
a. Measure the distance between each wheel disc and corner of the toe-adjusting cam then confirm that left and right distances are the same.
No. 2 lower suspension arm length difference:
1.0 mm (0.04 inch) or less
If the left-right difference is larger than 1.0 mm (0.04 inch), adjust it by the procedures.
b. Turn the toe-adjusting cam by an equal amount to adjust toe-in.
HINT:
- Try to adjust the toe-in to the center value.
- The toe-in will change by the specifications corresponding to each graduation of the cam.
Approximately 3.3 mm (0.13 inch)
c. Torque the lock bolt.
Torque: 113 Nm (1,150 kgf-cm, 83 ft. lbs.)
6. INSPECT CAMBER
4WD:
2WD:
HINT: Camber is not adjustable, if the measurement is not within the specification, inspect the suspension parts for damaged and/or worn-out parts and replace them as necessary.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.