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Volkswagen Quantum 2WD L5-2226cc 2.22L SOHC (1986)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Specifications (page 2 of 2)

Make
Volkswagen
Model
Quantum 2WD
Engine
L5-2226cc 2.22L SOHC
Year
1986
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 2 of 2
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Alignment: Service and Repair

    To adjust camber, loosen both ball joint mounting nuts on lower control arm and install tools US 4490 and VW 552 or equivalent. Tighten tensioner
nut to break joint loose from control arm, then loosen tensioner. Adjust tensioner nut until wheel has desired camber angle, then torque mounting bolts to
47 ft. lbs. and remove tools. 

REAR

    Camber on rear axle assembly is not adjustable. 

TOE SETTING ADJUSTMENT

FRONT

    The toe setting is adjusted by the right tie rod only on all models except Quantum. On Quantum and Fox models, the toe setting is adjusted
by both tie rods, however, centering tool 3075 or equivalent must be used. Install tool with bracket over mounting nut on left tie rod.
 
    Loosen clamp and locknut on tie rod. Rotate tie rod until specified toe setting is obtained, then tighten locknut securely. 

REAR

    Toe setting or rear axle assembly is not adjustable.

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