900 L4-1985cc 2.0L SOHC Turbo VIN S FI (1984)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Wheel Alignment
Toe Setting
Fig. 2 Toe-in Adjustment Vehicle Position
DESCRIPTION
As viewed from above, the wheels must be set so that distances A and B, Fig. 1, measured at wheel rims and at axle height, are different at a given
value. If distance A is smaller than distance B, the setting is known as toe-in. If Distance A is greater than distance B, the setting is known as toe-out.
The toe setting is given in inches (mm) and refers to the difference between A and B. If distances A and B are the same, the toe setting is 0.
TOE-IN, ADJUST
Front
1.
Roll vehicle straight forward on level floor and stop without using brakes.
2.
Take a reading at dimension ``A,'' Fig. 1, using a suitable toe-in gauge between the front wheel rims level with axle. Mark measurement parts with
chalk.
3.
Roll vehicle forward until chalk marks are level with, but behind, axles and take reading of B, Fig. 1. Any necessary adjustment is made by
altering length of tie rod.
4.
Remove rubber bellows to track rod retaining clip.
5.
Push rubber bellows toward steering gear housing to expose groove in which bellows seals.
Fig. 3 Toe-in Adjustment
6.
Measure distance A, Fig. 2. Distance A should not exceed 3.94 (100 mm) on 900 models or 5.51 inches (140 mm) on 9000 models.
7.
Perform steps 4 through 6 on opposite side of vehicle, then compare measurements calculated at each side of vehicle. Difference between
measurements must not exceed .079 inch (2 mm).
8.
If necessary to adjust, loosen nut on outer end of tie rod, then rotate tie rod until distance A, is as specified.
Rear
Toe-in setting is not adjustable. If setting is not within specified limits, defective components must be replaced.
Camber Setting