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Honda Ridgeline V6-3.5L (2006)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Technical Service Bulletins (page 4 of 5)

Make
Honda
Model
Ridgeline
Engine
V6-3.5L
Year
2006
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceTechnical Service Bulletins · page 4 of 5
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3. Loosen the flange nuts (A) and bolts, and adjust the camber angle by moving the bottom of the damper within the range of the damper pinch bolt

free play.

4. Tighten the flange nuts to the specified torque.
5. Reinstall the front wheels. Lower the front of the vehicle to the ground, and bounce the front of the vehicle up and down several times to stabilize

the suspension.

6. Measure the camber angle.

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If the measurement is within specification, measure the toe-in.

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If the measurement is not within specification, check for bent or damaged suspension components.

Front Toe Inspection/Adjustment 

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

NOTE: After setting the front toe always perform the steering angle sensor writing procedure.

1. Center the steering wheel spokes and install a steering wheel holder tool.
2. Check the toe with the wheels pointed straight ahead.

Front toe-in: 0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 1/16 inch)

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If adjustment is required, go to step 3.

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If no adjustment is required, go to rear toe inspection/adjustment.

3. Loosen the tie-rod locknuts (A) while holding the flat surface sections (B) of the tie-rod end with a wrench, and turn both tie-rods (C) until the

front toe is within specifications.

4. After adjusting, tighten the tie-rod locknuts. Reposition the rack-end boot if it is twisted or displaced.
5. Go to rear toe inspection/adjustment.

NOTE: After adjusting the front toe always perform the steering angle sensor writing procedure.

Rear Toe Inspection/Adjustment 

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. Release the parking brake to avoid an incorrect measurement.
2. Check the toe.

Rear toe-in: 0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 1/16 inch)

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