Aerio L4-2.3L (2006)
2) Rotate right and left tie-rods (2) by the same amount to align toe to specification. In this adjustment, right and left tie-rods (2) should become equal
in length "A".
NOTE: Before rotating tie-rods (2), apply grease between tie-rods and rack boots so that boots won't be twisted.
3) After adjustment, tighten lock nuts (1) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Tie-rod end lock nuts (a): 45 Nm (4.5 kgf-cm, 32.5 ft. lbs.)
NOTE: Make sure that rack boots are not twisted.
Steering Angle Check and Adjustment
When tie-rod or tie-rod end was replaced, check toe and then also steering angle with turning radius gauge (1).
If steering angle is not correct, check if right and left tie-rods are equal in length "A".
NOTE: If tie-rod lengths were changed to adjust steering angle, reinspect toe-in.
Steering angle
Inside: 37.5° ± 3°
Outside: 32.5° ± 3°
Reference Information
Side slip
When checked with side slip tester, side slip should satisfy following specification.
Side slip limit
IN: 2 mm/m (0.079 inch/3.3 ft.)
OUT: 1 mm/m (0.039 inch/3.3 ft.)
If side slip exceeds the limit, toe or front wheel alignment may not be correct.