Wheel Alignment Inspection: Toe-In

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Measure toe-in using following procedure. If out of specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear suspension parts.

WARNING:

Always perform following procedure on a flat surface.
Make sure that no person is in front of vehicle before pushing it.

Bounce rear of vehicle up and down to stabilize the posture.
Push vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft).
Put a mark on base line of the tread (rear side) of both tires at the same height of hub center. These are measuring points.
Measure distance "A" (rear side).

Fig 1: Measuring Toe
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Push vehicle slowly ahead to rotate wheels 180 degrees (1/2 turn).
If wheels have rotated more than 180 degrees (1/2 turn), try the above procedure again from the beginning. Never push vehicle backward.
Measure distance "B" (front side).
Total toe-in: Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

Fig 2: Measuring Distance
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
If outside the standard value, adjust with adjusting bolt in rear lower link.
CAUTION: Be sure to adjust equally on RH and LH side with adjusting bolt.

Fig 3: Adjusting With Adjusting Bolt In Rear Lower Link
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.