Monday, February 13, 2012
Austin Healey Sprite & MG Midget Drive Axles Repair Guide
Austin Healey Sprite (1968-70)
MG Midget (1968-74)
DESCRIPTION
Rear axles are hypoid design with center line of pinion set below centerline of ring gear. The axle shafts, pinion and differential assembles can be serviced without removing axle from vehicle. All differential adjustments are performed using shims. No adjustment for axle shaft end play is necessary.
AXLE RATION AND IDENTIFICATIONS
Only one basic axle design is used on these models. To determine axle ratio, divide number of ring gear teeth by number of pinion gear teeth.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Axle Shaft and Bearings
1) With rear of vehicle raised and wheels removed, release handbrake and back off brake shoe adjuster. On models with disc wheels, remove brake drum locating screws and top drums off hubs. Remove axle shaft retaining screw and withdraw shaft from hub assembly. On models with wire wheels, remove nuts securing drum to hub and tap brake drums off hub. Remove retaining screws securing hub extension flanges to hubs. Withdraw hub extensions and axle shafts.
2) Using suitable tool, remove hub nut and lock washer. Withdraw hub complete with bearing and seal. To install, repack hub bearings with grease and press hub into position. If paper washer or "O" ring was damage on disassembly, they must be replaced. If seal was removed, drift it into position using suitable tool. Drift hub, into axle housing using suitable tools and reinstall remainder of components in reverse of disassembly procedure.
PINION FLANGE AND SEAL
1) Mark propeller shaft and pinion flange for proper realignment and disconnect propeller shaft. Unscrew nut in center of flange, using suitable tool to prevent flange from rotating. Remove nut and washer and withdraw flange and pressed end cover from pinion shaft. Extract oil seal from axle housing.
2) Press new seal into axle housing with edge of sealing ring facing inwards. Replace flange and end cover, taking care not to damage edge of oil seal. Tighten pinion flange nut and reconnect propeller shaft, ensuring that index marks are fixed up.
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER
Drain rear axle and remove axle shafts. Mark propeller shaft and pinion shaft for correct reassembly and disconnect shaft. Remove nuts securing differential carrier to axle housing and withdraw complete carrier. To install, reverse removal procedure.
OVERHAUL
Dissassembly
1) Check to ensure that differential bearing caps are marked to ensure correct replacement, then remove bearing cap nuts, washers and caps. Remove differential cage. Remove differential bearings from cage, using suitable tools and not that the thrust face of each bearing is marked "THRUST" and that shims are installed between inner ring of each bearing and differential cage. Knock back tabs of locking washers and unscrew bolts securing ring gear to differential cage, remove ring gear.
2) Tap out pin locating differential pinion shaft from ring gear side of cage as tapered pins are used. Drive out differential pinion shaft and remove pinions and thrust washers from cage. Remove pinion nut, flange and pressed end cover. Drive pinion shaft towards rear through carrier. Pinion shaft will come out with inner race and rollers for rear bearing, leaving outer race and complete front bearing in position.
3) Tap out inner race of front bearing and oil seal. Withdraw outer races using suitable tools. Slide off pinion sleeve and shims. Withdraw rear bearing inner race from pinion shaft using suitable tools. Note spacing washer against pinion head. Remove rear bearing outer race using suitable tools.
INSPECTION
Clean and inspect all components for worn or damaged parts. The ring and pinion gear must be replaced as a matched set if replacement of either is necessary.
REASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT
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| CALIBRATING DIAL INDICATOR (TOOL 18G-191 |
2) Install inner ring of front bearing and pinion flange and tighten nut slowly until a bearing preload of 8-10 inch lbs. (9-12 kgcm) is obtained. Using tool 18G-191, adjust dial indicator to zero on machined step "A" of setting block (see illustration). Place dial indicator and base of tool on head of pinion and position tool so dial indicator feeler rest from zero. Now swing indicator to other bearing bore and again note variation from zero. Average the two variations together.
3) Take into consideration any variation in pinion head thickness. This will be shown as an unbracketed figure etched on pinion head and will always be minus. If no unbracketed figure is shown, pinion is of nominal thickness. Using the average dial indicator reading just obtained and the unbracketed figure from pinion head, perform the following calculation. If indicator reading is minus, add indicator reading to pinion head reading and REDUCE known washer thickness by this amount
EXAMPLE:
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| CHECKING BEARING THICKNESS VARIATION (TOOL 18G |
Pinion Marking............................... -.005"
Variation from Nominal.................. -.007"
Reduce known washer thickness by this amount.
4) If indicator reading is plus and numerically LESS than pinion marking. REDUCE the known washer thickness by the difference.
EXAMPLE
Pinion Marking............................. -.005"
Indicator Reading......................... +.003"
Variation From Nominal............... -.002"
Reduce known washer thickness by this amount.
5) If indicator reading is plus and numerically GREATER than pinion marking, INCREASE the known washer thickness by the difference.
EXAMPLE:
Indicator Reading........................ +.008"
Pinion Marking............................ -.003"
Variation from Nominal............... +.005"
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| CHECKING BACKLASH (TOOL 18G-191) |
6) The only cases where no changes are required to washer thickness are when indicator reading is PLUS and NUMERICALLY EQUAL to unbracketed pinion marking, or indicator reading is zero and there is no unbracketed marking on pinion head. Allowance should now be made as follows for mounting distance marked on pinion head in a rectangular bracket as follows.
7) If marking is a PLUS figure, REDUCE washer thickness by on equal amount. If marking is a MINUS figure, INCREASE washer thickness by an equal amount. A tolerance of .001" (.03 mm) is allowed of washer finally installed.
Pinion Bearing Period - Install washer of thickness just calculated under pinion head and assemble pinion with bearings, pinion sleeve, oil seal, flange and nut. Pinion sleeve is of collapsible design and can only be used once. Therefore the following procedure should be done with care or a new sleeve will be required. Slowly tighten flange nut to specifications while holding flange to prevent rotation. During tightening process, occasionally check pinion bearing preload. When nut is tightened to specifications, preload should be to specifications. Installation of pinion is now complete.
Side Bearing Preload - 1) The method of setting position of ring gear assembly depends on marking given on differential gear carrier and case. The dimensions to be considered are (see illustration): "A" - The dimension from center line to bearing on right side. Variation in dimension "A" is stamped on carrier adjacent to right side bearing bore. "B" - The dimension from center line to bearing on left side. Variation is stamped on left side bearing bore. "C" - Dimension from bearing on one side of cage of bearing on the other side and "D" - Dimension from rear face of ring gear to bearing on opposite side. Variations are "C" & "D" dimension are stamped on machined face of differential cage.
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| SIDE BEARING PRELOAD DIMENSIONS |
A+D-C+.022"
Substituting the actual variation shown, this formula gives shim thickness required to compensate for variations in machining plus the extra .002" (.05 mm) to give necessary bearing preload. In addition, allowance must be made for variations in bearing thickness in the following manner:
3) Rest bearing with inner race over recess and thrust face downwards on surface plate of tool 18G-191. Place dial indicator on surface plate and zero indicator on step "A" of gauge block of tool 18G-191. Swing indicator over until it rests on plain surface of inner bearing race. Hold inner race down against balls and note indicator reading. Indicator will normally indicate a negative reading. This negative variation should be ADDED to the shim pack previously calculated for that side of the differential.
4) To calculate the shim thickness for the right side, use the following formula:
B-D+.006".
substituting the actual values for "B" and "D" as described in 1). Again, final allowance must be made for variation in bearing thickness describe in 3) above.
5) When a framed number is marked on back of ring gear, e.g. +2, it must be taken into account before assembling shims and bearings to differential cage. If, for example, the mark is +2, then shims of .002" must be transferred from left (ring gear) side to right side. If marking is -2, shims of .002" must be moved from right to left side.
Backlash Adjustment - 1) Assemble bearing (thrust faces outwards) and shims as calculated to differential cage. Bolt ring gear to differential cage but do not knock over locking tabs. Mount assembly on two "V" blocks and check runout by means of dial indicator. If runout exceeds specifications, remove ring gear and check joint faces on cage ring gear for any particles of dirt. If parts are thoroughly cleaned it is unlikely that ring gear will not run true. Tighten bolts and knock over locking washers.
Honda Accord 2008-09 Repair Manual
Manufacturer: Honda
Model: Accord
Year: 2008 to 2009
CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AND REPAIRS FOR:
Model: Accord
Year: 2008 to 2009
CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AND REPAIRS FOR:
- General Information
- Specifications
- Maintenance
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Assembly
- Cylinder Heads
- Engine Block
- Engine Lubrication
- Intake Manifold and Exhaust System
- Engine Cooling
- Fuel and Emissions
- Transaxle
- Clutch
- Manual Transmission
- Automatic Transmission
- Driveline/Axle
- Steering
- Suspension
- Brakes
- Body
- HVAC
- Body Electrical
- Audio, Navigation and Telematics
- Restraints
File Size: 89 MB
File Type: PDF, ZIP
Austin Marina 1973-73 Drive Axles Repair Guide
1973-74 Austin Marina
DESCRIPTION
Rear axles are hypoid design with center line of pinion set below centerline of ring gear. The axle shafts, pinion and differenctial assemblies can be serviced without removing axle from vehicle. All differential adjustments are performed using shims. No adjustments for axle shaft end play is necessary.
AXLE RATIO AND IDENTIFICATION
Only one basic axle design is used on these models. To determine axle ratio, divide number of ring gear teeth by number of pinion gear teeth.REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
AXLE SHAFTS AND BEARINGS1) With rear of vehicle raised and wheel removed, remove axle shaft nut and washer. Remove screws retaining brake drum and remove drum. Withdraw rear hub from axle shaft using suitable tool. Disconnect handbrake cable and brake pipe. Remove nuts, washers and bolts retaining brake backplate to axle housing.
2) Note installed position of drip lip in relation to brake slave cylinder and remove oil catcher and backplate assembly. Remove rear hub oil seal and housing assembly. Remove oil seal from housing using suitable tool. Remove axle shaft key and place container under axle to collect oil spillage. Withdraw axle shaft from housing, using suitable puller. Remove inner oil seal and press bearing from axle shaft.
3) Pack bearing with lithium based grease and dip new oil seal in light oil before reassembling. Install new oil seal with lip of seal facing inwards. Press bearing onto axle shaft until dimension from bearing to threaded end of axle shaft is to specifications. Continue assembling in reverse of disassembly using a new rear hub joint washer and using "Lactite LT 270" or equivalent on axle shaft nut.
PINION FLANGE AND SEAL
1) Raise and support rear of vehicle. Mark propeller shaft and pinion flanges for correct realignment. Disconnect propeller shaft and remove flange nut split pin. Retain flange using suitable tool and remove nut and washer.
2) Place container under flange to collect oil spillage and remove flange and oil seal. To install reverse removal procedure noting the following: Soak new seal in light oil for one hour before installing. Install seal with lip of seal facing inwards.
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER
Remove both axle shafts and mark differential pinion and propeller shaft for proper realignment on assembly. Disconnect propeller shaft. Place container under axle assembly to collect oil and remove nuts and washers retaining carrier to axle housing. Remove carrier. To reinstall, reverse removal procedure, using a new gasket and suitable gasket sealer.
OVERHAUL
Disassembly1) With carrier removed, mount unit upright in a vise and mark bearing caps for correct reassembly. Remove bearing cap bolts, washer and caps. Assemble suitable axle stretcher (18G-131) on unit casing and stretch unit case by tightening turnbuckle three or four flats until differential carrier can be levered out and bearing shims and caps removed. CAUTION - To avoid damaging case, do not spread any more than necessary. Maximum stretch is .008" (.20 mm). Do not pry against stretcher.
2) Remove gear carrier bearing caps and mark ring gear and carrier to ensure correct replacement. Remove ring gear retaining bolts and ring gear. Drive out pinion shaft locking pin, then drive out pinion shaft. Remove pinion gears and thrust washers. Remove differential gears and thrust washers. Remove drive flange nut cotter pin and drive flange nut. Using suitable puller, remove drive flange.
3) Press out drive pinion and remove pinion bearing shims and spacer. Using suitable press tools, remove inner bearing from pinion. Remove pinion head washer and drift out pinion outer bearing cup, bearing and oil seal. Drift out pinion inner bearing cup.
INSPECTION
Clean and inspect all components for wear or damage. Ring and pinion gears, differential bearings and pinion bearings must be replaced as matched sets.
REASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT
Side Bearing Preload - 1) Install differential bearing comes in gear carrier using suitable tool. Install two differential gear carrier using suitable tool. Install two differential gears in carrier, ensuring each thrust washer is correctly positioned. Position two pinion gears, one each side of carrier and mesh them with differential gears. Using on axle shaft inserted in a differential gear, turn gears and ensure two pinions rotate into mesh and align with pinion shaft hole in carrier. Install pinion shaft.
2) Press each pinion firmly into mesh with differential gears and, asses required pinion thrust washer thickness required to achieve ZERO backlash. Remove pinon shaft and pinions and install thrust washers. Reinstall pinion gears and shfts with thrust washers and check that zero backlash exists. Lubricate components and install pinion shaft locking pin and secure by peening metal of differential carrier.
3) Clean ring gear mounting and carrier face and install ring gear, tighten bolts. Assembly carrier bearing cups to bearings and position assembly in case; do not install bearing shims. Install bearing caps in correct position. Using dial indicator and suitable adapters, ensure that ring gear runout does not exceed specifications. Remove bearing caps and press differential bearing cups onto bearings and move carrier assembly to one side of case. Zero dial indicator and move carrier assembly fully in opposit direction. The indicator reading should be noted for future references as "Total Side Floor". Remove differential assembly from case.
Drive Pinion Depth - 1) Install inner and outer pinion bearing cups to case using suitable tools. Install pinion inner bearing to dummy pinion (18G-191 M). NOTE - Dummy pinion incorporate standard pinion head washer of .077" (1.95 mm) thickness. Oil bearing and install dummy pinion, outer bearing, tool spacer, washer and nut. Tighten nut gradually until bearing preload specification is obtained. Clean dummy pinion head and position dial indicator gauge foot of tool 18G-191 on dummy head and zero indicator.
2) Move dial indicator over center of one differential bearing bore and note reading. Repeat for opposite bearing bore.
Average these two measurements and perform the following calculation.
EXAMPLE
Average of bore measurements.................. .0002" (.051 mm)
PLUS dummy pinion washer allowance..... .077" (1.956 mm)
Required size of pinion head washer ........ .079 (2.007 mm)
If the etched marking on pinon face is "N" (normal), no change to above dimension is required. If etched marking is positive (+), reduce size of required pinion washer by amount marked. If etched marking is negative (-), increase size required pinion washer by amount marked. Remove dummy pinion and remove inner bearing from dummy pinion.
Pinion Bearing Preload - 1) Place selected pinion head washer on pinion and install inner bearing using suitable tools. Oil bearing and install pinion in case. Install bearing spacer, chamfered end towards drive vlange. Install shims, oil and install outer bearing. Install drive flange washer and nut. Gradually tighten nut, but do not exceed torque specifications, and check preload during tightening operation.
2) Rotate flange to settle bearing and check preload with flange nut tightened to specifications. If preload is high, increase shim thickness. If preload is low, decrease shim thickness. NOTE - .001" shim thickness equals approximately 4 INCH lbs. (4.6 cmkg) preload. Remove drive flange nut and flange. Soak new oil seal in oil for one hour and then install seal. Install drive flange, washer and nut and tighten flange nut. Install new cotter pin.CHECKING BACKLASH
Adjusting Backlash - 1) Place bearing cups on differential bearing and install carrier in case. Position dial indicator with suitable adapters on ring gear side of case. Move ring gear fully into mesh with pinion and zero indicator on rear of ring gear. Move ring gear and carrier in opposite direction until bearing ring gear side is butted in housing. The indicated measurement should be noted as the "In-out" mesh clearance.
2) Perform the following calculation:
EXAMPLE
"In-Out" mesh clearance 1.......................... .025" (.63 mm)
MINUS Specified backlash......................... .005" (.13 mm)
Required ring gear side shim pack............. .020" (.50 mm)
"Total Side Floot" 2.................................... .060" (1.52 mm)
MINUS ring gear side shim pack............... .020" (.50 mm)
Required shim pack opposite ring gear ... .040" (1.02 mm)
1 - Value from 2) above
2 - Value from 2) under "Side Bearing Preload".
Add a value of .002" (.51 mm) to each shim pack calculated above for preload.
3) Stretch case specified amount and from calculations made above, select required shim pack. Install differential assembly in case with shim packs. Loosen case stretcher and remove. Install bearing caps as originally marked and tighten bolts. Rotate pinion to settle differential bearings and position dial indicator using suitable adapters to measure ring gear backlash. Measure backlash at several locations, it must be to specifications. If not, interchange shims from side to side to achieve specified backlash. NOTE - A movement of .002" (.05 mm) shim thickness from one bearing to the other will vary backlash by about .002" (.05 mm). Reinstall differential assembly in rear axle housing.
Monday, February 6, 2012
Volvo 1975 Models Wheel Alignment Guide
VOLVO SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS
TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer to manufacturers specifications given in owner's manual.CASTER
164 Series - If caster not within specifications, loosen bolts at upper control arm shaft using suitable tool (SVO 2713). Increase caster angle by adding shims at rear bolt or by removing shims from front bolt. To decrease caster angle, remove shims at front bolt or add shims to rear bolt. Tighten bolts and recheck caster angle.240 Series - If caster is not within specifications, loose nuts at strut assembly upper attachment. Use a special tool (9995038) at strut upper attachment to adjust caster to specifications, then tighten nuts and recheck caster.
CAMBER
164 Series - If camber not within specifications, loosen bolts at upper control arm shaft using suitable tool (SVO 2713). To increase camber angle, remove equal amount of shims from front and rear bolts. To decrease camber angle, add shims to front and rear bolts in equal amounts. Tighten bolts and recheck camber angle.240 Series - See 240 Series procedure under Caster adjustment.
TOE-IN
All Models - Place wheels in straight-ahead position and loosen lock nuts on steering links (tie rods). To adjust toe-in rotate adjustable sleeves until correct toe-in is obtained. Tighten lock nuts and recheck toe-in.
Volvo 1974 Wheel Alignment Guide
TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer to manufacturer's specifications given in owner's manual.CASTER
All Models - If caster is not within specifications, loosen bolts at upper control arm shaft using suitable tool (SVO 2713). Increase caster angle by adding shims at rear bolt or by removing shims from front bolt. To decrease caster angle, remove shims at front bolt or add shims to rear bolt. Tighten bolts and recheck caster angle.
CAMBER
All Models - If camber is not within specifications, loosen bolts at upper control arm using suitable tool (SVO 2713). To increase camber angle, remove equal amount of shims from front and rear bolts. To decrease camber angle, add shims to front and rear bolts in equal amounts. Tighten bolts and recheck camber angle.
TOE-IN
All Models - Place wheels in straight-ahead position and loosen lock nuts on steering links (tie-rods). To adjust toe-in, rotate adjustable sleeves until correct toe-in is obtained. Tighten lock nuts and recheck toe-in.
Volvo 1963-73 Wheel Alignment Guide
1963-73 VOLVO SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS
TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, ensure that tires are properly inflated.
CASTER
Model 544 - If caster is not within specifications, loosen clamp bolt securing eccentric bushing located on upper control arm. Using suitable tool (SVO 1411 or SVO 2201) turn the eccentric bushing. One complete turn alters caster by 1/2 degrees.
NOTE - If camber is correct, one complete turn of eccentric must be completed to eliminate camber change. Tighten clamp bolt and recheck caster.
160 Series and 140 Series - If caster not within specifications, loosen bolts at upper wishbone shaft using suitable tool (SVO 2713). Increase caster by adding shims at rear bolt or by removing shims from front bolt. To decrease caster, remove shims at front bolt or add to rear bolt. Tighten bolts and recheck caster.
P1800 Series - Check caster and camber. If caster is not within specifications and camber is correct, adjust caster as follows.
Raise vehicle and support under body at jacking points. Loosen front axle member attaching bolts. To correct caster, add or remove shims between front axle member and side member. Some amount of change must be done on both sides of vehicle to avoid undue strain on front axle member. Tighten bolts and recheck camber.
If caster is not within specifications and camber is incorrect adjust caster as follows:
Bend up locking plate for bolts at upper control arm shaft and loosen bolts. Increase caster by adding shims to rear bolt or by removing shims from front bolt. To decrease caster, remove shims from rear bolt or add to front bolt. Tighten bolts and recheck caster. If caster is within specifications, lock bolts with locking plate.
CAMBER
Model 544 - If camber is not within specifications, loosen clamp bolt securing eccentric bushing located on upper control arm. Using suitable tool (SVO 1411 or SVO 2201) turn the eccentric bushing to change camber. NOTE - Altering camber also means a slight alteration of caster, but amount of negligible. Tighten clamp bolt and recheck camber.160 Series & 140 Series - If camber is not within specifications, loosen bolts at upper wishbone shaft using suitable tool (SVO 2713). To increase camber, remove equal amounts of shims from front and rear bolt. To decrease camber, add shims to front and rear bolt in equal amounts. Tighten bolts and recheck camber.
P1800 Series - If camber is not within specifications, bend up locking plate and loosen bolts at upper control arm shaft. To increase camber, decrease amount of shims and add shims to decrease camber. Shims of same thickness must be added or removed to both attaching bolts or caster will be affected.
NOTE - On 1972-73 models, total thickness of shims at each bolt may not exceed .48" (12.2 mm) and difference in thickness between shims at front and rear may not exceed 0.1" (2.54 mm). Tighten bolts and recheck camber. If camber is within specifications, lock bolts with locking plate.
TOE-IN
All Models (1963-73) - Place wheels in straight ahead position and loosen lock nuts (late models) or clamping bolts (early models) on tie rod. To adjust toe-in to specifications, rotate tie rod. Tighten lock nuts or clamping bolts and recheck toe-in.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Volkswagen 1976 Wheel Alignment Guide
ADJUSTMENT
TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflated. Refer to manufacturers specifications given in owner's manual.CASTER
Caster angle is part of front axle design and is not adjustable. If not within specifications, inspect front suspension for wear or damage and replace or repair components as necessary.CAMBER
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 attaching 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 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.
TOE-IN
Type 1 ( Front) - Working on inner end of tie rod, bend up lockplate. Loosen lock nut and clamp bolts from tie rods. Top tapered rings from inn er end of right side tie rod. Rotate tops of tie rods. Forward rotation increases toe-in; rearward rotation decreases toe-in. When specified to is achieved, placte tie rods so ball joints are not angled. Tighten clamp bolts and lock nuts. If steering wheel is centered after making adjustment, use Fig. 1 to recenter steering wheel. NOTE - Centering steering wheel will not alter toe-in |
| Fig. 1 Direction of Tie Rod Rotation to Align Steering Wheel (Type 1 Only) |
Type2 (Front) - 1) Right side tie rod adjust front wheel toe. Press drag link off steering drop arm. Place left side wheel in straight-ahead position. Adjust right side tie rod until specified to 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 on 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.
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 elongated 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.
TORSION BAR ADJUSTMENT (REAR)
Type 1 - Using a suitable protractor, find deviation of vehicle from horizontal plane 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 pres spring plate on outer 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.
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