Rear Wheel Alignment

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Rear Wheel Alignment
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  1. Measure vehicle height (see step   MEASURE VEHICLE HEIGHT )  .
  2. Install camber/caster/kingpin gauge or position vehicle on wheel alignment tester  .
    1. Follow the specific instructions of the equipment manufacturer.
  3. Inspect camber  .
    1. Camber:
      Fig 1: Identifying Camber Specifications
      G01099023Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      If the measured value is not within the specified value, inspect the suspension parts for damage and/or wear and replace them if necessary because camber is not adjustable.

  4. Inspect toe-in  .
    Fig 2: Identifying Toe-in Measurements
    G01099025Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    Toe-in:

    Fig 3: Identifying Toe-In Specifications
    G01099024Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    If the toe-in is not within the specified value, adjust it at the No. 2 lower suspension arm.

  5. Adjust toe-in  .
    1. Measure the lengths of the right and left No. 2 lower suspension arms.
        Fig 4: Measuring Lower Suspension Arm Length
        G01099026Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      1. No. 2 lower suspension arm length difference: 
      2. 1 mm (0.04 in.) or less 

      If the right-left difference is greater than the specified value, adjust the length.

    2. Loosen the lock nuts.
      Fig 5: Adjusting Lower Suspension Arm Lengths
      G01099027Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Turn the right and left adjusting tube by an equal amount to adjust toe-in.
      NOTE:
      • Try to adjust the toe-in to the center value.
      • One turn of the each adjusting tube will adjust the toe-in by about 36' (0.6°, 6.7 mm, 0.264 in.).
    4. Torque the lock nuts.
      1. Torque: 56 N.m (570 kgf.cm, 41 ft.lbf) 
RENDER: 1.0x

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