Avalon XL V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1997)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front
1. Measure vehicle height.
NOTE: Tire size - 205/65R15
a. Front measuring point; measure from the ground to the center of the front side lower suspension arm mounting bolt.
Height: 214 mm (8.43 inch)
b. Rear measuring point; measure from the ground to the center of the front side strut rod mounting bolt.
Height: 266 mm (10.47 inch)
NOTE:
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Before inspecting the wheel alignment, adjust the vehicle height to the specification.
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If the vehicle height is not to the specification, try to adjust it by pushing down on or lifting the body.
2. Install camber-caster-kingpin gauge onto vehicle or position vehicle on wheel alignment tester. Follow the specific instructions of the equipment
manufacturer.
3. Inspect camber, caster and steering axis.
Camber: -0° 37' ± 45' (-0.62° ± 0.75°).
Left-right error: 45' (0.75°) or less
Caster: +2° 11' ± 45' (+2.18° ± 0.75°).
Left-right error: 45' (0.75°) or less
Steering Axis Inclination +13° 04' ± 45' (+13.07° ± 0.75°)
Left-right error: 45' (0.75°) or less
CAUTION: If the caster and steering axis inclination are not within the specification, after the camber has correctly adjusted, recheck the
suspension parts for damaged and/or worn out parts.
Measuring Point Reference