Front Wheel Alignment Inspection and Adjustment: Adjustment

1. Loosen right and left tie-rod end lock nuts (1) first.
2. Rotate right and left tie-rods (2) by the same amount to align toe to specification. In this adjustment, right and left tie-rods (2) should become equal in length "A".
   NOTE: Before rotating tie-rods (2), apply grease between tie-rods and rack boots so that boots won't be twisted.
3. After adjustment, tighten lock nuts (1) to specified torque.

Tightening torque 

Tie-rod end lock nut (a): 45 N.m (4.5 kg-m, 32.5 lb-ft) 

Fig 1: Tightening Tie-Rod End Lock Nut

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