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Acura (Honda) 3.5RL V6-3474cc 3.5L (2001)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Description and Operation (page 3 of 4)

Make
Acura (Honda)
Model
RL 3.5RL
Engine
V6-3474cc 3.5L
Year
2001
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceDescription and Operation · page 3 of 4
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4. Loosen the tie-rod locknuts, then turn both tie-rods in the same direction until the front wheels are pointed straight ahead.
5. Turn both tie-rods equally until the toe reading on the turning radius gauge is correct.
6. After adjusting, tighten the tie-rod locknuts, and reposition the tie-rod boot if it is twisted or displaced.

Rear Toe Inspection/Adjustment 

NOTE:  Use commercially-available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe and/or turning
angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.

1. Release the parking brake.

NOTE: 
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Measure the difference in toe measurements with the wheels pointed straight ahead.

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If the parking brake is engaged, you may get an incorrect reading.

Rear toe-in: 2 ± 2 mm (1/16 ± 1/16 inch) 
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If adjustment is required, go to step 2.

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If no adjustment is required, remove the alignment equipment.

2. Hold the adjusting bolt on the rear lower arm B and, loosen the self-locking nut.
3. Adjust the rear toe by turning the adjusting bolt until toe is correct.
4. Install the self-locking nut, and tighten it while holding the adjusting bolt.

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