Preliminary Checks

When using a wheel alignment tester to inspect front wheel alignment, always position the car on a level surface and the front wheels in the straight ahead position. Prior to inspection make sure that the front suspension and steering system are in normal operating condition and that wheels and tires are free of deflection and tires are inflated to specification.




Toe-in (B-A or angle a) is adjusted by turning the tie rod turnbuckles. Toe in on the left front wheel can be reduced by turning the tie rod toward the rear of the car. Toe change is achieved by turning the tie for the right and left wheels simultaneously the same amount as follows:

No. of turns of tie rod (same amount for right and left)
1/2: Approximately 6 mm (0.24 inch)
1: Approximately 11 mm (0.47 inch)