Forester F4-2.5L (2008)
measure both the inner and outer wheel steering angles.
Steering angle:
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ADJUSTMENT
1) Turn the tie-rod to adjust the steering angle of both inner and outer wheels.
2) Check the toe-in.
NOTE: Correct the boot if it is twisted.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN
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INSPECTION
Toe-in (tolerance): 0±3 mm (0±0.12 in)
1) Set the toe-in gauge at the height of wheel axis center, behind the right and left front tires.
2) Mark the centers of both right and left tires, and measure the distance "A" between the marks.
3) Move the vehicle forward to rotate the tires 180°.
NOTE: Be sure to rotate the tires in the forward direction.
4) Measure the distance "B" between the left and right marks. Find toe-in using the following equation:
A - B = Toe-in
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ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the toe-in to be within the adjustment standard value if it exceeds the allowable value.
Toe-in (adjustment standard): 0±2 mm (0±0.08 in)
1) Check that the left and right wheel steering angles are within specification.
2) Loosen the left and right side steering tie-rod lock nuts.
3) Turn the left and right tie-rods by equal amounts until the toe-in is at the specified value.
Both the left and right tie-rods are right-hand threaded. To increase toe-in, turn both tie-rods clockwise by equal amount (viewing from the inside of
vehicle).