Xterra SE 4WD V6-3.3L (VG33E) (2000)
4. Measure distance "A" (rear side).
5. Push the vehicle slowly ahead to rotate the wheels 180 degrees (1/2 turn).
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If the wheels have rotated more than 180 degrees (1/2 turn), try the above procedure again from the beginning. Never push vehicle backward.
6. Measure distance "B" (front side).
Total toe-in: 3 - 5 mm (0.12 - 0.20 in).
7. Adjust toe-in by varying the length of both steering tie-rods.
a. Loosen lock nuts.
b. Adjust toe-in by turning both the left and right tie-rod tubes equal amounts.
Make sure that the tie-rod bars are screwed into the tie-rod tube more than 35 mm (1.38 inch). Make sure that the tie-rods are the same length.
Standard length (A = B):
2WD KA24DE models 343.9 mm (13.54 inch)
2WD and 4WD VG33E models 297.6 mm (11.72 inch)
c. Tighten clamp bolts or lock nuts, then torque them.
Front Wheel Turning Angle
1. Set wheels in straight-ahead position. Then move vehicle forward until front wheels rest properly on turning radius gauge.
2. Rotate steering wheel all the way right and left; measure turning angle.
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On power steering models, turn steering wheel to full lock and apply force (at circumference of steering wheel) of 98 to 147 N (10 to 15 kg,
22 to 33 lbs.) with engine at idle.