Celica ST Ltd Ed Liftback L4-1762cc 1.8L DOHC MFI (1997)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front
1. Measure the vehicle height, noting the following.
Tire Size : P185/70 R14
Front Measurement: 187.8 mm (7.39 inch).
Rear Measurement: 255.8 mm (10.07 inch).
Tire Size : P205/55 R15
Front Measurement: 182.6 mm (7.19 inch).
Rear Measurement: 250.0 mm (9.84 inch).
a. Front measuring point: Measure from the ground to the center of the front side lower suspension arm mounting bolt.
b. Rear measuring point: Measure from the ground to the center of the strut rod mounting bolt.
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 within the specification, try to adjust it by pushing down on or lifting the body.
2. Install the camber-caster-kingpin gauge onto the wheel alignment tester, making sure to follow the specific instructions of the equipment
manufacturer.
3. Inspect the camber, caster and steering axis inclination.
Camber: -0°46' ± 45' (-0.77° ± 0.75°).
Left-Right Error: 45' (0.75°) or less.
Caster: 2°05' ± 45' (2.08° ± 0/75°).
Left-Right Error: 45' (0.75°) or less.
Steering Axis Inclination: 14°58' ± 45' (14.97° ± 0.75°).
NOTE: 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