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1. Measure vehicle height.

Tire size: 205/65R15
Height:
Front: 214 mm (8.43 inch)
Rear: 266 mm (10.47 inch)

a. Front measuring point; measure from the ground to the center of the front side lower suspension arm mounting bolt.
b. Rear measuring point; measure from the ground to the center of the front side strut rod mounting bolt.

NOTE:
- Before inspecting the wheel alignment, adjust the vehicle height to the specification.
- If the vehicle height is not to the specification, try to adjust it by pushing down on or lifting the body.

2. Install camber-caster-kingpin gauge onto vehicle or position vehicle on wheel alignment tester.

NOTE: Follow the specific instructions on the equipment manufacturer.

3. Inspect Camber.

Camber: -0° 46' ± 45' (-0.77° ± 0.75).
Left-right error: 45' (0.75°) or less.

CAUTION: Camber is not adjustable, if the measurements are not within the specification, inspect the suspension parts for damaged and/or worn-out parts and replace them as necessary.

Measuring Point Reference:





4. Inspect Toe-In.

Toe-in (total)
A + B: +0° 24' ± 12' (+0.4° ± 0.2°).
C - D: 4 ± 2 mm (0.18 ± 0.08 inch).

NOTE: If the toe-in is not within the specification, adjust it at the No.2 lower suspension arm.

5. Adjust Toe-In.





a. Measure the length of the left and right No.2 lower suspension arms.

No.2 Lower Suspension Arm Length Difference: 1 mm (0.04 inch). or less

NOTE: If the left-right difference is greater than the specification, adjust the length.

b. Loosen the lock nuts.





c. Turn the left and right lower suspension arms an equal amount to adjust toe-inch

NOTE:
- Try to adjust the toe-in to the center value.
- One turn of the each adjusting tube will adjust the toe-in about 36' (0.6°, 6.7 mm, 0.264 inch).

d. Torque the lock nuts to 56 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).