Rear Wheel Alignment

2001 Chevrolet Metro L4-079 1.3L VIN 2 MFISECTION Rear Wheel Alignment




1. Adjust the rear toe by loosening/tightening both body-side (cam) control rod nuts (3) and bolts (2).
2. Loosen the right and left body-side control rod nuts (3).
3. Loosen the right and left body-side control rod bolts (cam bolts) (2) by the same amount.
4. Set the rear total toe to 0.3 to 0.6 degrees.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Important: Hold the control rod bolt with a wrench to prevent it from turning while tightening the control rod nuts.

5. Tighten the left and right body-side control rod nuts.
- Tighten the left and right body-side control rod nuts to 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.).
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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