Toe Adjustment (Rear): Notes

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NOTE: Before attempting any adjustments, see PRELIMINARY CHECKS and WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES .

Remove floor pan panels in front of trapezoidal link. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Floor Pan Panels
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On convertible models only, remove rear diagonal brace (1 or 2) from side on which toe needs to be adjusted. See Fig 2 . See REAR DIAGNONAL BRACE (REMOVAL & INSTALLATION) .

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Diagonal Braces
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On all models, check rear toe value. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS .

NOTE: Manufacturer recomends using NEW self-locking nut, if original is loosened or removed.

If toe needs adjustment, loosen nut of bolt securing front inside of trapezoidal link to subframe. See Fig 3 . Adjust toe by turning eccentric bolt accordingly. Maximum adjustment range is 90 degrees to left or right from center position.
Tighten NEW nut to 70 ft. lbs. (95 N.m) with full vehicle weight on ground. Altering individual toe values automatically changes geometric drive axis as well. Double-check the toe value after tightening nut.

Fig 3: Exploded View Of Rear Suspension
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On convertible only, install diagonal brace. On all models, install floor pan panels.