Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6L (1998)
1. Toe is adjusted by changing the tie rod length. Loosen right and left tie rod end lock nuts first and then rotate right and left tie rods by the same
amount to align toe-in to specification. In this adjustment, right and left tie rods should become equal in length ("A" in figure).
NOTE: Before rotating tie rods, apply grease between tie rods and rack boots so that boots won't be twisted.
2. After adjustment, tighten lock nuts to specified torque and make sure that rack boots are not twisted.
Tightening Torque: (a): 45 Nm (33.0 ft. lbs.)
Kingpin Inclination 12°36' ± 3°
REAR ALIGNMENT
Inspection
1. Measure toe with toe-in gauge. Toe should be within following specifications.
Toe-in: 2 ± 2 mm (0.079 ± 0.079 inch)
2. When checked with side slip tester, side slip should satisfy following specification.
Side slip: 2 ± 3 mm/m (0.079 ± 0.118 inch/3.3 ft.)
3. If toe-in or side slip is out of above corresponding specification, adjust toe properly.