Protege DX L4-1.6L DOHC (2000)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front Wheel Alignment
MAXIMUM STEERING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
1. Loosen the tie-rod end locknuts.
2. Remove the steering gear boot clamp.
3. Turn the tie rods to equalize the length L.
Maximum left/right difference
3 mm (0.12 inch)
Note Turn the tie rods equally.
4. Turn the tie rod to provide the correct maximum steering angle.
5. Tighten the tie-rod end locknuts.
Tightening torque
68.7 - 93.0 Nm (7.0 - 10.0 kgf-m, 50.7 - 72.3 ft. lbs.)
6. Verify that the boot is not twisted, and install the boot clamp.
7. Adjust the toe-in after adjusting the steering angle.
CAMBER AND CASTER ADJUSTMENT
1. Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on safety stands.
2. Remove the mounting block nuts.
