Impala V6-3.9L (2007)
Tighten the strut-to-knuckle nuts to 130 N.m (96 lb ft).
4. Lower the vehicle.
Front Toe Adjustment
Front Toe Adjustment
1. Remove the small seal clamp from the inner tie rod boot.
2. Position the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
3. Loosen the hex nut on the tie rod (2). Turn the tie rod shaft (1) in order to obtain the proper toe angle. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications.
4. Confirm the number of threads showing on each tie rod end is nearly equal.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
5. Confirm that the tie rod ends (3) are square before you tighten the lock nuts (2).
Tighten the hex nuts at the tie rod ends to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).
Important: Ensure the seals do not twist.
6. Install the seal clamps.
Measuring Wheel Alignment
Measuring Wheel Alignment
Steering and vibration complaints are not always the result of improper alignment. One possible cause is wheel and tire imbalance. Another possibility is
tire lead due to worn or improperly manufactured tires. Lead/pull is defined as follows: At a constant highway speed on a typical straight road, lead/pull
