CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT — On-vehicle

FA-6prose procedure

1
Check tightening torque of wheel bearing lock nut.
SFA543A
2
Check that wheel bearings operate smoothly.
3
Check axial end play. Axial end play: 0.03 mm (0.0012 in) or less
4
If axial end play is not within specification or wheel bearing does not turn smoothly, replace wheel bearing assembly. Refer to FRONT AXLE — Wheel Hub and Knuckle.

Specification	Value
Wheel bearing lock nut tightening torque	147 - 216N·m
Wheel bearing lock nut tightening torque	15 - 22kg-m
Wheel bearing lock nut tightening torque	108 - 159ft-lb
Axial end play	0.03 mm (0.0012 in) or lessmm (in)

Wheel bearing lock nut tightening torque

147 - 216N·m

Wheel bearing lock nut tightening torque

15 - 22kg-m

Wheel bearing lock nut tightening torque

108 - 159ft-lb

Axial end play

0.03 mm (0.0012 in) or lessmm (in)

Front Wheel Alignment

Before checking front wheel alignment, be sure to make a preliminary inspection.

Make following checks. Adjust, repair or replace if necessary.

1
Check tires for wear and improper inflation.
2
Check front wheel bearings for looseness.
3
Check wheel runout.
Refer to S.D.S.
SFA575B
4
Check front suspension for looseness.
5
Check steering linkage for looseness.
6
Check that front shock absorbers work properly.
7
Check vehicle posture (Unladen): "Unladen" — Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

1
Caster and kingpin inclination are preset at factory and cannot be adjusted.
2
Measure camber, caster and kingpin inclination of both right and left wheels with a suitable alignment gauge, and adjust in accordance with the following procedures.
SFA894

Specification	Value
Kingpin inclination	12°25′ - 13°55′degrees/minutes

Kingpin inclination

12°25′ - 13°55′degrees/minutes