how to perform a steering wheel alignment on Toyota Corolla E170 (2013-2019)?

Solution

1. Preparation

• Gather necessary tools and materials.
• Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
• Gather the following tools:
  • Floor jack
  • Jack stands
  • Torque wrench
  • Alignment tool (or tape measure)
  • Socket set

2. Raise and Secure the Vehicle

• Use the floor jack to lift the front of the vehicle.
• Place jack stands under the vehicle for safety and ensure it is secure.

3. Adjust Toe Alignment

• a. Measure Current Toe:

  • Place the alignment tool or tape measure across the front and back of the tires.
  • Measure the distance between the front edges of the tires and compare it with the rear edges.
  • Calculate the difference to determine if the toe is out of specification.

• b. Adjust Toe:

  • Locate the tie rod ends on both sides of the vehicle.
  • Loosen the lock nuts on the tie rods using a socket wrench.
  • Turn the tie rod ends clockwise to reduce toe-in or counterclockwise to increase toe-in.
  • Adjust until the toe is within the manufacturer's specifications (typically between 0° to 0.1° for most vehicles).
  • Tighten the lock nuts securely while ensuring the tie rod ends do not move.

4. Lower the Vehicle and Test Drive

• Carefully remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle back to the ground.
• Test drive the vehicle to check for proper steering alignment.
• Confirm that the steering wheel is centered and the vehicle does not pull to one side.