Wheel Toe Position

Fig 1: Identifying Toe Positions

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

Toe is the difference between the leading inside edges (1) and the trailing inside edges (2) of the front tires. Incorrect wheel toe position is the most common cause of unstable steering and uneven tire wear. The wheel toe position is the final  front wheel alignment adjustment.

• Negative Toe (Toe Out): 1 > 2.
• Positive Toe (Toe In): 1 < 2.