Steering Angle

NOTE: Perform the steering angle check before toe measurement (if any steering angle corrections have been made).

1. Check the wheel steering angles at full right and left positions. If the angles are not within specification, the front wheel spindle tie rods must be adjusted to the right or left until the steering angles are equal.
2. Adjustment of the front wheel spindle tie rod affects the centering of the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
3. Adjustments can be fine-tuned by shifting the tie rod ends a small amount away from the equal angle setting.
4. If the steering wheel cannot be centered with the steering angles within specification, check for improper assembly or installation of the following steering components:
^ Rack and pinion steering gear.
^ Steering column assembly.
^ Steering wheel.