Toe Inspection and Adjustment: Adjustment

CAUTION: Make sure that rack boot is not twisted.
Otherwise, rack boot may be broken.

Check tie-rod length referring to TIE-ROD END INITIAL POSITION SETTING (HYDRAULIC TYPE) or TIE-ROD END INITIAL POSITION SETTING (ELECTRIC) . If necessary, adjust tie-rod initial length.
Loosen tie-rod end lock nuts.
Tighten or loosen right and left tie-rods by same amount to align toe to specification.
After adjustment, tighten lock nuts to specified torque.
Tightening torque

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

Fig 1: Tightening Lock Nuts
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