PRE-ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Note. Prior to performing wheel alignment, perform preliminary visual and mechanical inspection of wheels, tires and suspension components. See ALIGNMENT THEORY/OPERATION in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES
Note. Camber and caster on Impulse and Stylus models is nonadjustable. If Caster or Camber is not within specification, check for damaged, loose, bent, dented or worn suspension components.
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Adjust front toe-in by turning tie rod sleeves. Adjust rear toe-in by turning sleeve on rear lateral link. (Scheme 3)
Scheme 3
IMPULSE
| Application | Preferred | Range | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camber (Degrees) | |||
| Front | 1/2 | 1 1/4 To 1/4 | |
| Rear | 1/2 | 1 1/4 To 1/4 | |
| Caster (Degrees) | 3 | 2 To 4 | |
| Toe-In (In. (mm)) | |||
| Front | 0 (0) | 1/32 To 3/32 (-1 To 2) | |
| Rear | 5/32 (4) | 1/8 To 1/4 (3 To 6) | |
| Toe-In (Degrees) | |||
| Front | 0 | 1/16 To 3/16 | |
| Rear | 5/16 | 1/4 To 1/2 | |
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||
| Inner | 44 | N/A | |
| Outer | 35 | N/A | |
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (IMPULSE)
STYLUS
| Application | Preferred | Range | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camber (Degrees) | |||
| Front | 1/2 | 1 1/4 To 1/4 | |
| Rear | 1/2 | 1 1/4 To 1/4 | |
| Caster (Degrees) | 3 | 2 To 4 | |
| Toe-In (In. (mm)) | |||
| Front | 0 (0) | 1/32 To 1/16 (-1 To 2) | |
| Rear | 5/32 (4) | 1/8 To 1/4 (3 To 6) Toe-In (Degrees) | |
| Front | 0 | 1/16 To 1/8 | |
| Rear | 5/32 (4) | 1/8 To 7/32 (3 To 6) | |
| Toe-Out on Turns (Degrees) | |||
| Inner | (1) | N/A | |
| Outer | (1) | N/A | |
| (1) Not specified. | |||
| (1) | Not specified. |
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (STYLUS)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
|---|---|---|
| Lateral Link Lock Nut | 65 (88) | |
| Tie Rod Lock Nuts | 40 (54) | |
| Wheel Lug Nuts | ||
| Aluminum Wheel | 87 (118) | |
| Steel Wheel | 66 (89) | |
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS