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Rear Axle Toe (Front Wheel Drive), Evening Out



Rear axle toe (front wheel drive), evening out
Specified values for wheel alignment
Overall toe setting of rear axle is not adjustable.
By moving the rear axle (in elongated holes), it is possible to even out individual toe settings.
^ Loosen mounting bolts at mounting brackets.
^ Loosen brake pedal depressor.
^ Even out individual toe settings by moving axle beam within elongated holes in mounting brackets.
^ Apply brake pedal depressor.

If overall toe setting is outside permitted range, or if it is not possible to even out the individual settings, the axle beam must be checked for damage and replaced if necessary.

It may also be necessary to check body alignment in the area of the rear axle mounting points and perform repairs as necessary.