Integra LS Sedan L4-1834cc 1.8L DOHC MFI (1999)
Alignment: Service and Repair
CASTER
NOTE: For proper inspection/adjustment of the wheel alignment check and adjust the following before checking the alignment.
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Check that the suspension is not modified.
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Check the tire size and tire pressure.
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Check the runout of the wheels and tires.
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Check the suspension ball joints. (Hold a wheel with your hands and move it up and down and right and left to check for wobbling.)
Inspection
NOTE: Use commercially-available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning
angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
1. Check the caster angle.
Caster angle: 1°10' ± 1°
2. If out of specification, check for bent or damaged suspension components.
CAMBER
NOTE: Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning
angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
1. Check the camber angle.
Camber angle:
Front:
Type R Model: -0°30' ± 1°
All except Type R Model: -0°10' ± 1°
Rear: -0°45' 0°45' / -1°15'
FRONT TOE
NOTE: Use commercially-available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning
angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
1. Check the tire pressure.
2. Center steering wheel spokes.
3. Check the toe with the wheels pointed straight ahead.
Front toe: 0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 1/16 inch)
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If adjustment is required, go on to step 4.
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If no adjustment is required, remove alignment equipment.
4. Loosen the tie-rod locknuts and turn both tie-rods in the same direction until the front wheels are in straight ahead position.
5. Turn both tie-rods equally until the toe reading on the turning radius gauge is correct.