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Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer to manufacturers specifications given in owner's manual.

Caster angle is part of front axle design and is not adjustable. If not within specifications, inspect fornt suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

All Models Excluding Super Beetle and Type 4 (Front) - If adjustment is necessary, loosen hex nut on upper ball joint. Using suitable tool (VW 179), adjust eccentric bushing until correct camber angle is obtained. Tighten hex nut.

Super Beetle (Front) - If adjustment is necessary, loosen nut (max. one turns) on control arm bolt and turn bolt until correct camber angle is obtained. Tighten nut.

Type 4 (Front)  - If adjustment is necessary, raise vehicle and loosen front carrier mounting bolts. Move carrier sideways until correct camber angle is obtained. NOTE - Vehicle must be level (laterally) on lift. If not, compensate fore lateral angle. Tighten front axle carrier bolts and lower vehicle.

All Models Excluding Type 4 (Rear) - Camber angle is dependent upon torsion bar adjustment. If camber angle is not within specifications, See Torsion Bar Adjustment.

Type 4 (Rear) - Loosen lower control arm brackets and turn on longitudinal axis. If outer bracket is lowered and inner bracket is raiised, camber angle will increase. If moved in opposite direction, camber will decrease. Adjust camber angle to specifications and tighten lower control arm brackets.

Type 1 Excluding Super Beetle (Front) - With front wheel in straight-ahead position, loosen clamps on steering links (tie-rods). Turn both steering link clamps equally until correct toe-in is obtained. Tighten clamps.

Super Beetle (Front) - If adjustment is necessary, position front wheels in straight-ahead position. Loosen steering link (tie-rod) clamps and turn clamps equally to obtain correct toe-in. Tighten clamps.

Type 1 and 3 (Rear) - If adjustment is necessary, loosen bottom axle tube flange. Using suitable tool (VW 160) set toe-in to specifications. NOTE - Relieve tension on tool before taking reading. Tighten bolts.

Type 4 (Rear) - If adjustment is necessary, use suitable tool (VW 361/1) and set toe-in to specifications by turning eccentric bolts on inner arm brackets.

Type 2 and 3 - Using suitable protractor (VW 261) find deviation of vehicle from horizontal plane and not reading, which will be used in setting angle of spring plate. Install spring plate on torsion bar and measure position (using protractor for VW 261). If not within specifications, adjust by moving torsion bar spline forward or backward until correct position is obtained.

Type 2 - Using suitable protractor (VW 245A) check horizontal position of vehicle on one frame side member. Reading should be noted since it will be used in setting spring plate angle. Insert inner end of torsion bar. Adjust protractor on unloaded spring plate until bubble is in center position. Adjust torsion bar one spline forward or rearward until correct specifications are obtained.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, ensure that tires are properly inflated.


All Models - The caster angle is part of the front axle design and is non-adjustable. If not within specifications, check for worn or damaged parts as necessary.

Type 1 (1962-65) & Type 2 (1962-68) - Camber is non adjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, check for damaged or worn parts and replace as necessary.

Type 1 Excluding Super Beetle (1966-72), Type 3 (All) & Type 2 (1969-72) - Loosen hexagon nut on upper ball joint and turn eccentric bush with suitable tool (VW 179) until camber within specifications. Tighten hexagon nut.

Sedan 113 Super Beetle (1971-72) - Adjust camber by loosening nut (max 1 turn) on control bolt and turn bolt to set camber angle to specifications. Tighten nut.

Model 411 (1971-72) - To adjust, raise vehicle just off floor on hoist and loosen front carrier mounting bolts. Move carrier sideways until camber angle is within specifications on both sides. NOTE - Vehicle must be level laterally on lift. If not, lateral angle must be accounted for. Tighten front axle carrier bolts and lower vehicle.

All Models Rear (Exc. 411) - Camber angle is dependent upon torsion bar and spring plate setting. If camber not within specifications, See Torsion Bar Adjustment.


Model 411 Rear (1971-72) - Loosen wishbone brackets and turn on longitudinal axis. If outer bracket is lowered and inner bracket raised, camber angle will increase. If moved in opposite direction, camber will decrease. Adjust camber to specifications and tighten wishbone brackets.

Type 1 Excluding Super Beetle (1962-72) - Position front wheels to center position and loosen hexagon nuts and clamp (if present) on tie rods. Turn both tie rods in the same direction by equal amounts to adjust toe-in to specifications. Tilt both tie rods in the same direction to align tie rods. Tighten hexagon nuts and clamps.

Sedan 113 Super Beetle (1971-72) - Using suitable tool (113 415 375), align steering to center position. Loosen clamp nut and lock nut on tie rods. Turn tie rods until each wheel is set to 1/2 the total toe angle. Align tie rods by tilting ends as far as they will go and tighten lock nut and clamp nut. Remove centering tool.

Type 2 (1962-72) & Type 3 (1965-72) - Position front wheels to center position and loosen lock nuts at both ends of the adjustable tie rod. Turn tie rod to adjust toe-in to correct specifications. Tighten lock nuts.

Model 411 (1971-72) - Use suitable tool (VW 279a) to align steering to center position. Loosen clamping bolts and nuts on both tie rods. Adjust toe-in to specifications by turning both tie rods (equal amounts) in same direction. Align tie rods with each other by tilting the tie rod. Tighten clamps and nuts.
Type 1 Rear (1962-68) & Type 3 Rear (1965-68) - To adjust, loosen the bolts in axle tube flanges, hook in suitable tool (VW 147) and set toe to specifications. NOTE - On Type 1 vehicles with equalizer spring, the guides for the push rods must be removed when checking the toe. Release tension on tool before taking reading. Tighten bolts in axle tube flanges.

Type 1 Rear (All 1969-72) and Type 3 Rear (1969-72) - Loosen spring plate bolts. Using suitable tools (VW160 and VW179) set toe angle on both sides to specifications. Tighten spring plate bolts.

Type 2 Rear (1962-68) - Toe angle is dependent upon torsion bar and spring plate setting. If toe angle not within specifications, See Torsion Bar Adjustment.

Type 2 Rear (1969-72) - To adjust toe angle, loosen bolts in the axle tube flange. Using suitable tool (VW 160) set toe to correct specifications. Relieve tension on tool before taking reading. Tighten bolts.

Model 411 Rear (1971-72) - Using suitable aligning tool (VW 361/1) adjust toe angle to specifications. Turn the eccentric bolts in the brackets for the inner arms of the wishbone to change toe angle.

All Models Rear Excluding Model 411 & Type 2 (1962-68) - Using suitable protractor (VW 261) find deviation of vehicle from the horizontal and note reading to be taken into account in setting spring plate angle. Install spring plate on torsion bar and measure position using protractor (VW 261). If not within torsion bar specifications adjust by moving torsion bar one spline forward and spring plate back on spline or torsion bar back one spline and spring plate forward one spline until readings are within specifications.

Type 2 Rear (1972-68) - Using suitable protractor (VW 245a) check horzontal position of vehicle on one of frame side members. Reading to be taken into account in setting spring plate angle. Insert inner end of torsion bar in center angchor and press spring plate on outer end of torsion bar. Adjust protractor (VW 245a) on the unloaded spring plate until bubble is in center position. Adjust to specifications by moving torsion bar one spline forward and spring plate back on spline or torsion bar back one spline and spring plate forward one spline until readings are within specifications.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflate. Refer to manufacturers specifications given in owner's manual.

Caster angle is part of front axle design and is not adjustable. If not within specifications, inspect front suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

Type 1 and 2 (Front) - Camber is adjusted by an eccentric bushing. Loosen nut on upper torsion arm, then rotate eccentric bushing until specified camber angle is obtained. NOTE - Basic setting is with eccentric notch facing in forward position. Adjustment must be made within 90 degrees either direction.

Dasher (Front) - If adjustment is necessary, loosen nuts at touching ball joint to track control arm. To adjust, insert suitable adjusting tool (40-200) in adjusting holes in control arm and pry ball joint sideways until camber is set to specifications. NOTE - Difference in camber between wheels should not vary more than 1 degrees. Tighten attaching nuts and recheck camber

NOTE - On Dasher models, insert tool from front on right side and from rear on left side.

Rabbit and Scirocco (Front) - If adjustment is necessary, loosen nuts of suspension strut-to-wheel bearing housing mounting bolts. Turn eccentric bolt (upper mounting bolt) until specified camber angle is obtained. Tighten mounting bolt nuts and recheck camber angle.

Type 1 (Rear) - Camber angle is dependent on torsion bar adjustment. If camber angle is not within specifications, see Torsion Bar Adjustment.

Type 2 (Rear) - If minor adjustment is necessary, loosen bolts attaching bearing housing to spring plate and diagonal arm. Adjust by changing position of bearing housing in elongated holes in spring plate. Tighten bolts and recheck camber. NOTE - Range that this procedure will cover is very small.

Dasher, Rabbit and Scirocco (Rear) - Rear camber is not adjustable. If camber angle is not to specifications, inspect rear suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

Type 1 (Front) - Working on inner end of right tie rod, bend up lockplate. Loosen lock nut and clamp bolts from tie rods. Top tapered rings from inner end of right side tie rod. Rotate tops of tie rods. Forward rotation increases toe-in; rearward rotation decreases toe-in. When specified toe is achieved, place tie rods so ball joints are not angled. Tighten clamp bolts and lock nuts. If steering wheel is not centered other making adjustment, use Fig. 1 to recenter steering wheel. NOTE - Centering steering wheel will not alter toe-in.



Type 2 (Front) - 1) Right side tie rod adjust front wheel toe. Press drag link off steering drop arm. Place side wheel in straight-ahead position. Adjust right side tie rod until specified toe is obtained.
2) Place steering gear so protrusion on dust cap is properly aligned. Attach drag link to drop arm. Drag link must enter mounting with no tension against it. Readjust drag link if necessary.

Dasher, Rabbit, Scirocco (Front) - Place front wheels in straight-ahead position. Loosen lock nut an adjustable tie rod end (left side, Dasher; right side. Rabbit and Scirocco). Hold axle boot to avoid twisting. Adjust right side tie rod until specified toe-in is obtained. Tighten lock nut and recheck toe-in.

Type 1 (Rear) - If adjustment is necessary, remove nuts securing spring plate but do not remove bolts. To adjust, move diagonal arm forward or backward in slotted spring plate mounting holes until toe-in is set to specifications. Install spring plate attaching nuts and recheck toe-in.

Type 2 (Rear) - If adjustment is necessary, loosen bolts attaching bearing housing to spring plate and diagonal arm. Change position of bearing housing in enlongated holes on spring plate. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in.

All Other Models (Rear) - Toe-in is not adjustable. If toe-in is not within specifications, inspect rear suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

Type 1 - Using a suitable protractor, find deviation of vehicle from horizontal plate and note reading which will be used in setting angle of spring plate. Install spring plate on torsion bar and measure position with protractor. If not within specifications, adjust by moving torsion bar, one spline at a time, forward or backward until correct position is obtained.

Type 2 - Using a suitable protractor, check horizontal position of vehicle on one frame side member. Reading should be noted; it will be used in setting spring plate angle. Insert inner end of torsion bar in center anchor and press spring plate on outer end of torsion bar. Adjust protractor on unloaded spirng plate until bubble is in center position. Adjust torsion bar one spline forward or rearward until correct specifications are obtained.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer to manufacturers specifications given in owner's manual.

All Models - Caster angle is not adjustable, if caster angle is not to specifications, inspect suspension system for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

All Models (Excluding TR7) - Before adjusting camber angle, inspect suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary. To adjust, raise vehicle and support chassis on jack stands. Loosen nuts securing lower control arm bracket to chassis. Add shims equally to increase camber angle. After each adjustment is made, tighten bracket-to-chassis bolts, remove jack stands and measure camber angle.

TR7 - Camber angle is not adjustable, if camber angle is not within specifications, inspect suspension system for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

All Models (Front) - Set front wheels in straight ahead position. If adjustment is necessary, loosen steering link (tie-rod) lock nuts and gaiter clips. Rotate adjusting sleeves equal amounts until correct toe-in is obtained. Tighten lock nuts and recheck toe-in.

Spitfire (Rear) - If toe-in is not to specifications, loosen bolts holding strut from support. Adjust as necessary by adding to or removing from the shims fitted between support and body. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in.

TR6 (rear) - If toe-in is not to specifications, loosen bolts and nuts securing trailing arm outer bracket to chassis. Add or remove shims between chassis and bracket to obtain correct toe-in. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in. NOTE - Drive vehicle forward or backward before rechecking rear toe-in.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflate. Refer to manufacturers specifications in owner's manual.

All Models - Caster angle is not adjustable. If caster angle is not to specifications, inspect suspension system for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

All Models - Before adjusting camber angle, inspect suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary. To adjust, raise vehicle and support chasis on jack stands. Loosen nuts securing lower control arm bracket to chassis. Add shims equally to increase camber angle. After each adjustment is made, tighten bracket to chassis, remove stands and measure camber angle.
All Models (Front) - Set front wheels in straight ahead position. If adjustment is necessary, loosen steering link (tie-rod) lock nuts and gaiter clips. Rotate adjusting sleeves equal amounts until correct toe-in is obtained. Tighten lock nuts and recheck toe-in.

Spitfire (Rear) - If toe-in is not to specifications, loosen bolts holding strut front support. Adjust as necessary by adding or removing from the shims fitted between support and body. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in.

TR6 (Rear) - If toe-in is not to specifications, loosen bolts and nuts securing trailing arm outer bracket to chassis. Add or remove shims between chassis and bracket to obtain correct toe-in. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in. NOTE - Drive vehicle forward or backward before rechecking rear toe-in.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, ensure that tires are properly inflated.

CASTER
TR3 (1962-63), Spitfire Mark IV (1971-73) & TR6 (1969-73) - Caster is non adjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, inspect for damaged parts and replace as necessary.

2000 (1966-67) & Sting (1971-72) - Inspect front suspension for damaged parts and replace as necessary. If caster not within specifications now, adjust as necessary.

Stag (1973) - If caster angle is not to specifications, adjust by lengthening or shortening lower control arm strut rod. Lengthening strut rod decreases caster angle and shortening strut rod increases caster angle.

All Other Models - Inspect front suspension for damaged parts and replace as necessary. If caster not within specifications adjust by changing shims. Jack up under spring to relieve side loading on the fulcrum brackets and loosen brackets to remove shims. To decrease caster, add shims to front of bracket and remove shims from rear. To increase caster, remove shims from front of bracket and add shims to rear. After each adjustment is made, tighten bracket to chassis, remove jack stands and measure caster angle.

CAMBER
TR3 (1963) - Camber is nonadjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, inspect for damaged parts and replace as necessary.

2000 (1966-67) & Stag (1971-73) - Inspect front suspension for damaged parts and replace as necessary. If camber not within specifications now, adjust as necessary.

All Other Models - Inspect front suspension for damaged parts, and replace as necessary. If camber not within specifications, adjust by changing shims. Jack up under spring to relieve side loading on the fulcrum brackets and loosen loosen brackets to remove shims. To decrease camber, add shims equally to front and rear of bracket and remove shims equally to increase camber angle. After each adjustment is made tighten brackets to chassis, remove jack stand and measure camber angle.

TR3 (1963) - Set front wheels in straight ahead position. If toe-in not within specifications, adjust tie rods. If readings are close to specifications loosen both tie rod lock nuts on outer tie rod which is on side opposite steering box. Turn tube to adjust toe-in to specifications. If toe-in differs greatly from specifications, check length of outer tie rods. If tie rod lengths are equal, adjust both (by equal amounts) to set toe-in. If tie rod lengths are unequal, adjust rod nearest steering box to 7.68" and set toe-in by adjusting other tie rod. If length of the rod on side opposite to steering box differs greatly from 7.68" when toe-in meets specifications, check front suspension for accidental damage.

All Other Models - Set front wheels in straight ahead position. If adjustment is necessary, loosen tie rod lock nuts and gaiter clips. Rotate tie rods by equal amounts until toe-in is within specifications. Take note of readings. Roll vehicle forward until tires have rotated 180 degrees and obtain a second reading. Adjust tie rods to mean of two readings, thus allowing for wheel rim run out. Tighten lock nuts and gaiter clips.

GT6 Mark II & GT6 Plus Rear (1969-72) - Release radius arm lock nuts and rotate the adjuster to achieve toe-in specifications. Tighten lock nuts.

GT6 & Spitfire Rear (1973) - If toe-in is not to specifications, loosen bolts holding strut front support, insert sufficient spacers between support and frame. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in

All Other Models Rear - Loosen bolts and nuts on forward radius arm brackets and raise bracket away from crossmember. Add or remove shims as required. Tighten bolts and nuts. Drive vehicle or bounce rear suspension before rechecking  toe-in readings.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer to manufacturers specifications given in owner's manual.

RIDING HEIGHT
Corona and Mk II - Place vehicle on level surface. Bounce several times and allow suspension to settle. Check riding height dimensions (See Fig 1) and if not within specifications, inspect suspension components. Replace or repair parts as required.


Corona - NOTE - Camber and caster adjustments should always be made in one operation. If caster angle is not within specifications, adjust eccentric on front of lower control arm.

Corona Mk II and Hi-Lux - NOTE - Camber and caster adjustments should always be make in one operation. If caster angle is not within specifications, adjust by adding or removing shims between the upper control arm shaft and the front suspension crossmember. To increase caster, add shims to rear side of the upper control arm shaft mounting bolt or remove shims from the front side. To decrease caster, reverse procedure.

All Other Models - Caster angle is not adjustable. If caster angle is not within specifications, inspect front suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

Corona - NOTE - Caster and camber adjustments should always be made in one operation. If camber angle is not within specifications, adjust eccentric on rear of lower control arm.

Corona Mk II and Hi-Lux - NOTE - Caster and camber adjustments should always be made in one operation. If camber angle is not within specifications, adjust by adding or removing shims between upper control arm shaft and the front suspension crossmember. To increase camber angle, remove shims from upper control arm shsaft bolts in equal amount. To decrease camber, reverse procedure.

All Other Models - Camber angle is not adjustable. If camber angle is not within specifications, inspect fornt suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

All Models - If toe-in is not within specification, loosen steering link (tie-rod) clamping bolts and rotate adjusting sleeves on equal amount until correct toe-in is obtained. Position clamp bolts at right angles to slot in tie rod and tighten bolts.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer t manufacturers specifications given in owner's manual.

Corona & Mark II (RX & MX Models) - Place vehicle on level surface. Bounce several times and allow suspension to settle. Check riding height dimension (see illustration) and if not within specifications, inspect suspension components. Replace or repair parts as necessary.


Corolla, Celica & Land Cruiser - Caster angle is not adjustable. If caster angle is not set to specifications, inspect front suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

All Other Models - NOTE - Camber and caste adjustments should always be made in one operation. If caster not within specifications, adjust by adding or removing shims between the upper arm shaft and the front suspension crossmember. To increase the caster, add shims to rear side of the upper arm shaft mounting bolt or remove shims from the front side of the upper arm shaft mounting bolt. To decrease caster, reverse procedure.

Corolla, Celica and Land Cruiser - Camber angle is not adjustable. If camber angle is not set to specifications, inspect front suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.
All Other Models - NOTE - Camber and caster adjustments should always be made in one oepration. If camber is not within specifications, adjust by adding or removing shims between the upper arm shaft and the front suspension crossmember. To increase camber, remove shims from upper arm shat bolt in equal amounts. To decrease camber, reverse procedure.

Land Cruiser & Hi-Lux - If toe-in is not within specifications loosen steering link (tie rod) clamping bolts and rotate adjusting sleeve until correct toe-in is obtained. Position clamp bolts at right angles to slot in tie rod and tighten bolts.
All Other Models - If toe-in is not to specifications, loosen steering link (tie rod) clamping bolts and rotate each adjustable sleeve same amount to obtain correct toe-in. Tighten clamping bolts and make sure clamp slots are aligned with adjusting tube slots.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated.

Corona & Mark II (RX & MX Models) - Place vehicle on level surface. Bounce several times and allow suspension to settle. Check riding height dimension (see illustration) and if not within specifications, inspect suspension components. Replace or repair parts as necessary.

Mark II (All Other Models) - Place vehicle on level surface. Install suitable height adjuster (09730-22010) in place on front and rear suspension. Check riding height dimensions. If not within specifications, inspect suspension components. Replace or repair parts as necessary.

Crown - Place vehicle on level surface. Place suitable height adjusters in place for the front and rear (09731-30020 & 09732-30010) suspension and check riding height dimensions (see illustration). If not within specifications, adjust using suitable height adjuster. If there is considerable difference between actual height and specifications check suspension components. Replace or repair parts as necessary.

RIDING HEIGHT DIMENSIONS

Corolla, Carina, Celica (1971-73) & Land Cruiser (All) - Caster is nonadjustable. If alignment is not within specifications inspect for damaged parts and replace as necessary.

Stout (1965-69) - Place front wheels on a turning gauge set at zero. Turn front wheels until gauge reads 20°. Wheel to be measured should be turned outward at the front of the wheel. Zero bubble in caster scale. Turn wheels until turned 20° inward at the front and read caster scale. If not within specifications install suitable caster adjusting wedge (48191-35020 or 48192-35020) to bring specifications within limits.

All Other Models - NOTE - Camber and caster adjustments should always be made in one operation. If caster not within specifications, adjsut by adding or removing shims between the upper arm shaft and the front suspension crossmember. To increase the caster, add shims to rear side of the upper arm shaft mounting bolt or remove shims from the front side of the upper arm shaft mounting bolt. To decrease caster, reverse procedure.

Corolla, Carina, Celica (1971-73) & Land Cruiser (All) - Camber is nonadjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, inspect for damaged parts and replace as necessary.

Stout (1965-69) - Place front wheels on a turning gauge set at zero and check camber angle with camber gauge. If not within specifications, use a front axle aligning tool and correct camber to specifications.

All Other Models - NOTE - Camber and caster adjustments should always be made in one operation. If camber not within specifications, adjust by adding or removing shims between the upper arm shaft and the front suspension crossmember. To increase camber, remove shims from upper arm shaft bolts in equal amounts. To decrease camber, reverse procedure.

Land Cruiser, Hi-Lux (1970-73) & Stout (1965-69) - To adjust toe-in, loosen tie rod clamp bolts at each end of the tie rod. Rotate rod to set toe-in to specifications. Position clamp bolts at right angles to the slot in the tie rod and tighten. Clamps should not project beyond end of adjusting tube.

All Other Models - NOTE - On Mark II (Exc. RX & MX Models) and Crown models, checking and adjustment is done with height adjuster installed. To adjust toe-in, loosen tie rod lock nuts or clamps on both tie rods and ensure that the rods are equal lengths. Turn both tie rods same amount to set toe-in to specifications. Tighten lock nuts or clamps making sure clamp slots are aligned with adjusting tube slots except on Lite Stout position clamp bolts at right angle to slot in adjusting tube. Clamps should not project beyond end of adjusting tube.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer to manufacturers specifications given in owner's manual.

Riding height is adjusted by changing the size of the angle between trailing arm center line and the markings on outer bracket (see illustration). The trailing arm and outer bracket have full serrations around the torsion bar mounting hole, while the torsion bar has one missing serration, thus allowing torsion bar to be inserted at any angle.
Raising vehicle height is accomplished by turning outer end and inner end of torsion bar in direction opposite to cast-in arrow on outer end of bar. Height changes 20" (5mm) per each serration shifted.

Fig. 1 Installed View of Torsion Bar Outer End Attachment

1) Initial set vehicle rear riding height by inserting torsion bar with its missing serration aligned with markings on outer bracket surface and trailing arm inner surface. This will give approximately the specified riding height (see table).
2) Measure road clearance from center of trailing arm bushing to ground. NOTE - Vehicle must be in unloaded condition. Raise rear of vehicle and remove rear wheel.
3) Unscrew shock absorber lower mounting nut and remove it from trailing arm. Unscrew lock bolt on outer bushing.
4) Scribe mark position of torsion bar by making a mark on upper half of inner end surface and lower half of outer end surface. Outer end surface mark should be continued onto trailing arm shaft and outer bracket boss.
5) Holding arm so torsion bar does not twist, disengage serrations by tapping inner end surface of torsion bar (see illustration).
6) Pull torsion bar out of trailing arm. Determine amount of turn necessary to make proper height adjustment and turn inner end of torsion bar to this value. Then, insert outer end of torsion bar to its proper adjusted position.

Fig. 2 View Showing Removal Procedure For Torsion Bar

7) Install rear wheel and lower vehicle. Reattach lower end of shock absorber. Recheck vehicle rear ground clearance as originally measured. If correct, tighten lock bolt on outer trailing arm bushing. If incorrect, repeat adjustment.

         Rear Riding Height Specifications
Application                                          Height
1400
   Sedan..............................11.34-11.89" (288-302mm)
   Station Wagon.................12.21-12.76" (310-324mm)
4WD Station Wagon..........14.17-14.76" (360-375mm)

Caster angle is not adjustable. If angle is not to specifications inspect suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

Camber angle is not adjustable. If angle is not to specifications inspect suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

All Models (Front) - If toe-in is not within specifications loosen steering link (tie rod) lock nut and turn sleeve until correct toe-in is obtained.

All Models (Rear) - If toe-in is not within specifications, loosen bolts holding torsion bar bushing to body. Bushing is fixed to body at elongated holes. Moving bushing forward decreases toe-in and moving it rearward increases toe-in.

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer to manufacturers specifications in owner's manual.

Riding height is adjusted by changing the size of the angle between trailing arm center line and the marking on outer bracket (see illustration). The trailing arm and outer bracket have full serrations around the torsion bar mounting hole, while the torsion bar has one missing serration, thus allowing torsion bar to be inserted at any angle.
Raising vehicle height is accomplished by turning outer end and inner end of torsion bar in direction opposite to cast-in arrow on outer end of bar. Height changes 20" (5 mm) per each serration shifted.


1) Initially set vehicle rear riding height by inserting torsion bar with its missing serration aligned with marking on outer bracket surface and trailing arm inner surface. This will give approximately the specified riding height 11.29-11.89" with bias ply tires, or 11.06-11.66" with radial tires.
2) Measure road clearance from center of trailing arm bushing to ground NOTE - Vehicle must be in unloaded condition. Raise rear of vehicle and remove rear wheel.
3) Unscrew shock absorber lower mounting nut and remove from trailing arm. Unscrew lock bolt on outer bushing.
4) Scribe mark position of torsion bar by making a mark on upper half of inner end surface and lower half of outer end surface. Outer end surface mark should be continued onto trailing arm shaft and outer bracket boss.
5) Holding trailing arm so torsion bar does not twist, disengage serrations by tapping inner end surface of torsion bar. (see illustration)
6) Pull torsion bar out of trailing arm. Determine amount of turn necessary to make proper height adjustment and turn inner end of torsion bar to this value. Then, insert outer end of torsion bar to its proper adjusted position.
7) Install rear wheel and lower vehicle. Reattach lower end of shock absorber. Recheck vehicle rear ground clearance in originally measured. If correct, tighten lock bolt on outer trailing arm bushing. If incorrect, repeat adjustment.


Caster angle is not adjustable. If angle is not to specifications inspect suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necesary.


All Models (Front) - If toe-in is not within specifications, loosen steering link (tie rod) lock nut and turn sleeve until correct toe-in is obtained.
All Models (Rear) - If toe-in is not within specifications, loosen bolts holding torsion bar bushing to body. Bushing is fixed to body at elongated holes. Moving bushing forward decreases toe-in and moving it rearward increases toe-in. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in

TIRE PRESSURE (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, ensure that tires are properly inflated.


1100 Front (1970-71) & 1300 Front (1971) - With vehicle on level ground, check riding height from center of the lower arm to floor. Measurement should be 8.94" to 9.33". To adjust, use suitable tool (925041000) and rotate adjusting cam (access to cam through opening front grill) clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease riding height to specifications.
1100 & 1300 Station Wagon Rear (1971) - With vehicle on level ground, measure rear riding height from center of torsion bar to floor. Measurement should read 13.0" to 13.4". Adjustment is made from inside of trunk by turning center arm adjusting bolt which is built into the crossmember.
All Other Models Rear (1970-72) -
 1) If riding height dimension between level floor and center of torsion bar at outer end is not within specifications, adjustment is required.
2) Jack up rear of vehicle and remove rear wheels.
3) Remove nut holding lower end of shock absorber and remove from trailing arm while pushing up the trailing arm.
4) Loosen lock bolt on outer bushing of torsion bar and mark both end surfaces of torsion bar and on end surface of trailing arm shaft and outer bracket boss. Markings should be made on upper part of inner end, and lower part of outer end.
5) Hold trailing arm so torsion bar will not twist and disengage serrations of bar by tapping inner end surface of torsion bar. NOTE - Do not damage serrations during this procedure.
6) Vehicle height is raised by turning torsion bar in opposite direction to arrow mark on outer end surface of torsion bar. Reverse direction lowers vehicle height. The changing rate of vehicle height is .20" per tooth shifted. Adjust only inner end serrations by turning torsion bar after assuring that bar has been pulled out of trailing arm. Then insert outer end serrations into outer bracket boss by lining up trailing arm.
7) Install rear wheels and secure lower end of shock absorber.
8) Check vehicle height and if within specifications tighten lock bolt on outer bushing 13.0 to 18.1 ft. lbs.

1300 & 1400 (1972) - Caster is nonadjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, inspect suspension for damage to crossmember, transverse link and body or improper installation of suspension parts. Replace with new parts or perform proper installation where necessary.
1100 (1970-71) & 1300 (1971) - If caster is not within specifications adjust by rotating caster adjusting cam until within specifications. Cam is located on lower arm next lower arm shaft.

1300 & 1400 (1972) - Camber is nonadjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, check for damage to suspension parts or improper installation of parts.
1100 (1970-71) & 1300 (1971) - If camber is not within specifications, adjust by rotating camber adjusting cam until within specifications. Cam is located on lower arm next to ball joint.
All Models Rear (1970-72) - Camber is adjusted by changing shims which are inserted between torsion bar inner bushing and body of vehicle. Adding shims decreases camber angle and removing shims increases angle. Adjustment procedure same for both wheels.

All Models Front (1970-72) - If toe-in is not within specifications loosen tie rod lock nuts. Adjust by turning tie rod until readings are within specifications. Tighten lock nuts.
All Models Rear (1970-72) - If toe-in not within specifications, loosen bolts holding torsion bar bushing to body. Bushing is fixed to body at elongated holes and moving bushing forward decreases toe-in. To increase toe-in, move bushing towards rear of vehicle. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in.

TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, ensure that tires are properly inflated.


All Models (1963-73) - To adjust caster, add or remove shims under bearing brackets of the upper control arms. Changing shims from front bracket to rear bracket increases caster. Moving shims from rear to front decreases caster. NOTE - The same thickness of shims removed from one bracket must be placed under other bracket. Change in caster adjustment affects camber. Check camber to specifications.

All Models (1963-73) - To adjust camber, add or remove shims under bearing brackets of the upper control arms. Increasing shims under both brackets reduces camber and decreasing shims under both brackets increases camber. NOTE - Always add or remove some thickness of shims at front and rear brackets. Change in camber adjustment affects caster. Recheck caster to specifications.

All Models (1963-73) - Position front wheels in straight ahead position. Loosen tie rod lock nut on outer end of tie rod. Turn tie rod to set toe-in to specifications. Tighten lock nuts.
NOTE - After adjustment of toe-in, measurement A (see illustration) of tie rod must not exceed 1.6" (with key grip) or 1.2" (without key grip). For tie rods opposite to each other the difference between the measurements A must not exceed .08".

TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, check that tire pressures are to specifications give on driver's door lock pillar

Before attempting to check or adjust riding height, vehicle must be in static loaded condition. To load vehicle, fuel tank must be full, and weights placed in vehicle to simulate full passenger load (620 lbs. on 4 Dr. and 310 lbs. on 2 Dr.). Disconnect front and rear shock absorber. Disconnect stabilizer rods of front and rear suspension. Bounce vehicle several times and allow suspension to take up a static position.


All Models (Front) - Measure distance from lower control arm bushing to floor and front bottom of steering knuckle to floor. The difference between these two measurements should coincide with specifications. If adjustment is necessary, remove spring on affected side. See Alfa Romeo in SUSPENSION Section. Using suitable spacer between spring and its seat, adjust height to specifications. After reinstalling spring, check front suspension height.

All Models (Rear) - Measure distance between rear axle housing and rubber bumper pad. If measurement is not within specifications, remove spring on affected side. See Alfa Romeo in Suspension Section. Using suitable spacer bewtween spring and its seat, adjust height to specifications. After reinstalling spring, recheck clearance.

Caster angle should be checked under static load with shock absorbers disconnected at one end. Difference in caste angle between left and right front wheels, should not exceed 0°20'. If caster angle is not within specifications, loosen lock nuts on upper control arm strut rods and lengthen or shorten strut rods to obtain specified angle. Retighten lock nuts.

Camber angle difference between left and right front wheels should not exceed 2/3°. Adjust camber angle to specifications by adding or removing shims between lower control arm and frame.

Place wheels in straight-ahead position and measure toe-in. If toe-in is not to specifications, adjust by loosening lock nuts and adjusting tie-rods. Tighten lock nuts and recheck toe-in.

TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, check that tire pressure are to specifications given on driver's door lock pillar

Before attempting to check or adjust riding height, vehicle must be in static loaded condition. To load vehicle, fuel tank must be full, and weights placed in vehicle to simulate full passenger load (620 lbs. on 4 Dr. and 310 lbs. on 2 Dr.) Disconnect front and rear shock absorber. Disconnect stabilizer rods of front and rear suspension. Bounce vehicle several times and allow suspension to take up to static position

All Models (Front) - Measure distance from lower control arm bushing to floor and from bottom of steering knuckle to floor. The difference between these two measurements should coincide with specifications. If adjustment is necessary, remove spring on affected side. See Alfa Romeo in SUSPENSION Section. Using suitable spacer between spring and its seat, adjust height to specifications. After reinstalling spring, check front suspension height.

All Models Rear - Measure distance between rear axle housing and rubber bumper pad. If measurement is not within specifications, remove spring on affected side. See Alfa Romeo in SUSPENSION Section. Using suitable spacer between spring and its seat, adjust height to specifications. After reinstalling spring, recheck clearance
Caster angle should be checked under static load with shock absorbers disconnected at one end. Difference in caster angle between left and right front wheels, should not exceed 0°20'. If caster angle is not within specifications, loosen lock nuts on upper control arm strut rods and lengthen or shorten strut rods to obtain specified angle. Retighten lock nuts.

Camber angle difference between left and right front wheels should not exceed 0°40'. Camber angle is not adjustable. If not within specifications, check suspension system for damage. Repair or replace necessary components.

Lock steering wheel in center position so front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Start with steering link on steering box side, and set corresponding wheel to initial toe-in of 06". mEasure length of this steering link. Set steering link on opposite side to .20" less than this measurement. Now adjust center steering link to obtain .06' toe-in on wheel nearest steering box. With toe-in set, measure length of each steering link. If not within specifications, cause may be due to body distortion. Repair as necessary.

TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, ensure that tires are properly inflated. Giuletta requires 20 psi front and 21 psi rear. All other models 24 psi front and 26 psi rear. Check tire pressures given against specifications on driver's door lock pillar to verify pressure.

Before attempting to check or adjust riding height, vehicle must be in static loaded condition. To load vehicle, fuel tank must be full, and weights placed in vehicle to simulate full passenger load. Disconnect front and rear shock absorbers. Disconnect stabilizer rods on front and rear suspension. Bounce vehicle several times and allow suspension to take a static position


All Models Front Exc. Giuletta - Measure distance from lower wishbone shaft to floor and from bottom swivel pin to floor. Calculate difference between measurements and if not within specifications, adjustment must be made before preceding with wheel alignment checks. Remove spring on side affected with suitable tool (A.2.0169) and add suitable spacer with chamfered edge down. Install spring and recheck front suspension height.

All MOdels Rear Exc. Giuleta - Measure distance between rear axle housing and rubber pad. If measurement not within specifications, adjustment is necessary before proceding with wheel alignment checks. Remove spring. See Coil Springs in SUSPENSION Section. Insert spacer of suitable thickness between spring and its seat. Install spring and recheck rear measurement.

Guiletta - Caster is nonadjustable. If not within specifications, check suspension for damage. Repair or replace components as necessary.

All Others - Caster angle should be checked under static load with shock absorbers disconnected at one end. Difference in caster angle between left nad right front wheels should not exceed 1/3". If caster angle is not within specifications, loosen lock nuts on upper control arm stud rods and lengthen or shorten strut rods to obtain specified angle. Retighten lock nuts.

Giuletta - If camber not within specifications, loosen bolts for brackets on upper wishbones. Add or remove shims between bracket and body until camber set to specifications. Tighten bolts.

All Other Models - Camber is nonadjustable. If not within specifications, check suspension for damage. Repair or replace components as necessary.

Giuletta - Position wheels in straight ahead position. Loosen track rod lock nuts. Adjust left hand lateral track rod to set left front wheel to zero toe-in. Measure length of left track rod and adjust right track rod to same length. Adjust right track rod by loosening central track rod until right wheel set to zero toe-in. Reduce both lateral track rods by equal amounts to set toe-in to specifications. Tighten all lock nuts.

All Other Models - Position wheels in straight ahead position. Loosen lock nuts on left hand tie rod and rotate tie rod until toe-in on left wheel is 1/16". Measure left tie rod and adjust right tie rod to same length. Adjust right track rod by loosening central track rod lock nuts and rotating central track rod until right wheel set to 1/16" toe-in. Tighten all lock nuts. Measure both tie rod lengths and central track rod. If not within specifications, check suspension for damaged components. Repair or replace as necessary.