TM 5-2420-224-20-2
TIE ROD ADJUSTMENT (CONT)
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Subtract measurement A from measurement B. This is the toe-in angle and must be equal to 0 +1/8
in. or -1/32 in. (0 +3 mm or -1 mm). If toe-in angle is not within specified range, tie rod must be
adjusted.
Remove left end of tie rod (page 4-338).
Loosen nut and clamp to allow left end of tie rod to be rotated freely.
Adjust tie rod by turning left end of tie rod in or out and temporarily install tie rod. Repeat steps 2 thru
4 until proper measurement is obtained.
After adjustment is made, repetition clamp and tighten nut.
Install tie rod on vehicle (page 4-338).
After tie rod has been installed, start vehicle and move vehicle forward while turning steering wheel full
left and full right. Center wheels and repeat steps 2 thru 4. If necessary, readjust toe-in angle until
specifications in step 4 are met.
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