Front Toe Adjustment

2005 Chevrolet Equinox FWD V6-3.4L VIN FSECTION Front Toe Adjustment


Front Toe Adjustment
1. Position and lock the steering wheel with the vehicle with the wheels in the straight forward position.





2. Loosen both inner tie rod jam nuts.

3. Important: The inner tie rod must rotate freely from the boot seal surface. Do not allow the boot to rotate.

Loosen the inner tie rod seal to boot surface.
4. Use a wrench on the tie rod flats to increase or decrease the toe angle specifications.

5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the inner tie rod jam nuts.
^ Tighten the jam nuts to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
6. Inspect the toe angle to ensure proper adjustment and adjust as necessary.
RENDER: 1.0x

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