Elantra GLS Sedan L4-1.8L (1997)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Toe-In
Front
ADJUST AT TIE ROD TURNBUCKLES
Toe-in (B-A or angle) is adjusted by turning the tie rod turnbuckles. Toe in on the left front wheel can be reduced by turning the tie rod toward the
rear of the car. Toe change is achieved by turning the tie for the right and left wheels simultaneously the same amount as follows:
Toe (B-A) Standard Values
In: 3 mm (0.12 inch).
Out: 3 mm (0.12 inch).
PROCEDURE
a. Toe-in adjustment should be made by turning the right and left tie rods the same amount.
b. When adjusting toe-in, loosen the outer bellows clip to prevent twisting the bellows. After the adjustment, firmly tighten the tie rod end lock nuts
to 50-55 Nm (36-39 ft. lbs.) and reinstall the bellows clip.
Toe-In Adjustment
Number Of Turns Of Tie Rod [1]
Half Turn:
Toe changes (approx): 5.5 mm (0.217 inch) 32.5'
Full Turn:
Toe changes (approx): 11 mm (0.433 inch) 1° 5'
[1] Same amount for right and left.
Rear
CAUTION: The eccentric bolt should be adjusted within a 90° range left and right from the center position.