Front Toe Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The checking and subsequent adjustment of the front toe setting should be carried out on a flat surface and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions for the wheel alignment equipment used.

Centralize the steering and lock it in position.

Fig 1: Identifying Centralize Steering And Lock Position
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Loosen the tie-rod end locknuts.

Fig 2: Loosening Tie-Rod End Locknuts
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Remove the steering gear boot outer clamps.

Fig 3: Removing Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamps
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Rotate the tie-rods an equal amount in either a clockwise or a counterclockwise direction to adjust the toe setting.

Fig 4: Rotating Tie-Rods An Equal Amount
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Tighten the tie-rod end locknuts. For additional information, refer to STEERING LINKAGE .

Fig 5: Tightening Tie-Rod End Locknuts
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Install the steering gear boot outer clamps.

Fig 6: Installing Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamps
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Check the toe setting.