Front

CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
Measure wheel alignment with alignment equipment on a level surface. The front suspension, steering system, and wheels should be serviced to normal condition before measuring wheel alignment.

TOE-IN
Standard value: 3.5 ± 3.5 mm (0.14 ± 0.14 inch)

CAUTION:
- Take care when turning the tie rod end's outer side, as the threads are reversed.
- Make sure that the left/right difference of the tie rod does not exceed 5 mm (0.20 inch).





1. If the toe-in is not within the standard value, adjust the toe-in by turning the left and right tie rod turnbuckles by the same amount (in opposite directions).

NOTE: The toe will move out as the left turnbuckle is turned toward the front of the vehicle and the right turnbuckle is turned toward the rear of the vehicle.

2. Use a turning radius gauge to check that the steering angle is at the standard value.

STEERING ANGLE





Standard value

CAMBER AND CASTER

Standard value:





Camber
[RH] 0°25' ± 30'
[LH] 0°55' ± 30' [The difference should be within 1°00', and the left side should be equal to or larger than the right sides
Caster 2°40' ± 1' (difference between right and left wheels: within 30')





If the standard value is not obtained, make adjustment by the procedure.
1. Loosen the upper arm mounting bolts and nuts.

NOTE: Remove the shock absorber mounting nut and jam nut, compress the shock absorber and loosen the upper arm mounting bolts and nuts.





CAUTION:
- Difference in shim thickness between front and rear must be 4 mm (0.6 inch) or less.
- Do not use 4 or more shims at one location.





2. Increase or decrease shims between the upper arm shaft and crossmember to adjust the camber and caster. (Refer to Charts for Shim Increase or Decrease.)

Charts for Shim Increase or Decrease





How to read this table (example)
Calculate the difference of the measured value from the standard value of the camber and caster to decide how many adjusting shims to increase or decrease.
EXAMPLE To decrease camber by 30' and caster by 40', increase combined front side shim thickness by 3 mm (0.12 inch) and increase combined rear side shim thickness by 2 mm (0.08 inch).