Jetta GLS Wagon L4-1.8L Turbo (AWP) (2002)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Thrust Angle (Deviation From Direction of Travel), Calculating
Thrust angle (deviation from direction of travel), calculating
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If alignment readings for rear toe are both positive or both negative (+/+ or -/-), subtract smaller figure from larger figure to determine total toe
angle, then divide by 2.
Thrust angle (deviation from direction of travel) 5°
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Add figures with different prefix (+/-) and divide by 2.
Thrust angle (deviation from direction of travel) 10°
Individual result is deviation of actual running direction from longitudinal center line of vehicle.
Front wheel toe, adjusting
If vehicle is out of specification, check trim height and balance if necessary.