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Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2001)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Specifications (page 7 of 10)

Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat GLS V6
Engine
V6-2.8L (ATQ)
Year
2001
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 7 of 10
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Toe is adjustable.
Adjusting toe

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Check toe curve on front axle if necessary.
If and when the toe curve/toe constant "S" requires adjustment is described in the table on.
Checking toe constant

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Check front axle toe angle and adjust if necessary.

Allocation of adapters to suspension for measurement

Toe constant "S"

Explanation:
If a wheel suspension is compressed or extended its toe will change depending on the amount of compression or extension. The resulting toe
measurements are described as the toe curve.
Changes in the toe constant "S" are made by vertically moving the head of the tie rod while the vehicle is raised.
The wheel alignment computer determines the toe constant "S" using values measured in the initial and raised positions. The computer compares the
measured values with the specifications and displays them on the screen.
Depending on the suspension, various adapters are necessary for raising the vehicle.
The table on shows you the allocation of the adapter required for each running gear.

Notes:  
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An improperly adjusted toe constant leads to disturbances in driving behavior.

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It will be noticeable when braking, accelerating or driving over undulating road.

Preparing vehicle for checking/adjustment of toe constant "S".
Suspension 1BA, 1BE

Note:  It may be necessary to raise the vehicle slightly in order to position spacer gauge VAG 1925.

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If necessary, bounce the vehicle several times after lowering.

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