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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 236 (WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES)MR2PROCEDURESREAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Rear Wheel Alignment

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Rear Wheel Alignment

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Measure vehicle height (see MEASURE VEHICLE HEIGHT ) .
Install camber/caster/kingpin gauge or position vehicle on wheel alignment tester .
1. Follow the specific instructions of the equipment manufacturer.
Inspect camber .
Camber:

Fig 1: Identifying Camber Specifications
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

If the camber 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.
Inspect toe-in .
1. Toe-in:
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Toe-In Specifications
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  
  If the toe-in is not within the specified value, adjust it at the adjusting cam.
1. Loosen the lower arm adjusting cam set nut.
  
  Fig 4: Loosening Lower Arm Adjusting Cam Set Nut
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Adjust the toe-in by turning the adjusting cam.
  1. Right-left error: 0.3 mm (0.012 in.) or less
  NOTE:
  - Try to adjust the toe-in to the center of the specified value.
  - Control value toe changes about 1.7 mm per 1 scale.
3. Torque the lower arm adjusting cam set nut.
  1. Torque: 87 N.m (887 kgf.cm, 64 ft.lbf)

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:

• 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.