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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1999LUMINA V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENTFRONT WHEEL TOE ADJUSTMENT
1999 Chevrolet Lumina V6-3.8L VIN K
Front Wheel Toe Adjustment
1999 Chevrolet Lumina V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Front Wheel Toe Adjustment
1. Perform the following steps to remove the small seal clamp:
2. Position the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
3. Loosen the hex nut on the tie rod (2). Turn the tie rod shaft (1) in order to obtain the proper toe angle.
4. Confirm the number of threads showing on each tie rod end is nearly equal.
5. Confirm that the tie rod ends (3) are square before you tighten the lock nuts (2).
- Tighten the hex nuts at the tie rod ends to 68 Nm (50 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
6. Install the seal clamps.
IMPORTANT: Ensure the seals do not twist.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.