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Rear Toe Adjustment

  1. Measure the alignment angles and record the readings. Wheel Alignment Measurement .
  2. Fig 1: Rear Suspension Adjust Link Nut
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  3. Remove Rear Suspension Adjust Link Nut (1) - Adjust Link Replacement
  4. Fig 2: Rear Suspension Adjust Link Inner Bolt
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  5. Remove Rear Suspension Adjust Link Inner Bolt - Adjust Link Replacement
  6. Install Rear Suspension Adjust Link Inner Bolt - Adjust Link Replacement
  7. Install Rear Suspension Adjust Link Nut (1) - Adjust Link Replacement Do not fully tighten at this time.
  8. Fig 3: Rear Suspension Adjust Link Inner Bolt
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    NOTE:

    Tighten the rear suspension adjust link nut enough to maintain the adjustment. Verify the rear toe reading prior to tightening the bolt to its final torque.

  9. Rotate the rear suspension adjust link inner bolt (1) until the proper toe measurement is achieved. Wheel Alignment Specifications .
  10. CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Fig 4: Rear Suspension Adjust Link Nut
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  11. Hold the rear suspension adjust link inner bolt and tighten the rear suspension adjust link nut (1). Adjust Link Replacement
  12. Check the alignment specification and readjust if necessary. Wheel Alignment Specifications