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Jaguar XK (X150) V8-4.2L (2008)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Service and Repair

Make
Jaguar
Model
XK (X150)
Engine
V8-4.2L
Year
2008
Section
Alignment › Service and Repair › Procedures
MaintenanceProcedures · page 1 of 7
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Alignment: Procedures

Front Toe Adjustment

Front Toe Adjustment

CAUTION: Make sure the vehicle is on a flat level surface.

CAUTION: Make sure the tire pressures are within specification.

CAUTION: Make sure that only the manufacturers' recommended four wheel alignment equipment is used.

CAUTION: Make sure the steering is in the straight ahead position.

1. For wheel alignment information, refer to the suspension specification section.
2. Check the tie rod ends, suspension joints, wheel bearings and wheels and tires for damage, wear and free play.

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Adjust or repair any worn, damaged or incorrectly adjusted components.

3. Check and adjust tire pressures.
4. Position the vehicle on a calibrated, level, vehicle lift.
5. Release the vehicle parking brake.
6. Using only four-wheel alignment equipment approved by Jaguar, check the wheel alignment.

7. NOTE: LH illustration shown, RH is similar.

To adjust, loosen the tie rod end lock nuts.

8. CAUTION: Do not allow the gaiter to twist.

NOTE: Both tie rods must be rotated by an equal amount.

NOTE: LH illustration shown, RH is similar.

Adjust the front toe.

9. Tighten the tie rod end lock nuts to 55 Nm (40 lb.ft).

10. Using only four-wheel alignment equipment approved by Jaguar, check the wheel alignment.

Rear Toe Adjustment

Rear Toe Adjustment

CAUTION: Make sure the vehicle is on a flat level surface.

CAUTION: Make sure the tire pressures are within specification.

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