RAV4 4WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
(1) If the toe-in value deviates towards the inside, turn the adjusting tube of the shorter No. 1 suspension arm assembly in the direction which
increases arm length until the difference between the left and right suspension arms is within the specification.
(2) If the toe-in value deviates towards the outside, turn the adjusting tube of the longer No. 1 suspension arm assembly in the direction which
decreases arm length until the difference between the left and right suspension arms is within the specification.
(3) Measure the toe-in again.
(d) Turn the left and right adjusting tubes in the same direction by the same amount to adjust the toe-in.
Adjustment Value:
2.3 +-1.0 mm (0.0905 +-0.0394 in.)
HINT:
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When the adjusting tube of the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH is turned one revolution in the direction of A in the illustration, the
toe-in changes to the inside by approximately 3.7 mm (0.146 in.).
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When the adjusting tube of the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH is turned one revolution in the direction of B in the illustration, the
toe-in changes to the outside by approximately 3.7 mm (0.146 in.).
(e) Tighten the lock nuts of the adjusting tube.
Torque: 56 Nm (571 kgf-cm, 41 ft-lbf)
NOTE: Make sure to hold the adjusting tube at the width across flats when tightening the nuts.
HINT: Tighten the 2 lock nuts of the adjusting tube on the other side using the same procedure.
5. INSPECT CAMBER
(a) Install the camber-caster-kingpin gauge or set the vehicle on the wheel alignment tester.
(b) Inspect the camber.
Standard camber:
HINT:
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*: w/ 3rd seat
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Camber is not adjustable. If the measurement is not within the specified range, inspect the suspension parts for damage and/or wear, and
replace them if necessary.