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Saab 9-3 XWD (9440) L4-2.0L Turbo (2011)02 · Maintenance
02 · Maintenance

Alignment: Specifications (page 4 of 8)

Make
Saab
Model
9-3 XWD (9440)
Engine
L4-2.0L Turbo
Year
2011
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 4 of 8
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Alignment: Description and Operation

Wheel geometry

Toe-in

Toe-in is the difference between A and B. If the wheels are exactly parallel and the dimensions A and B are equal, toe-in will be zero.

Toe-in must always be positive, i.e. dimension B must always be greater than dimension A. B less A = positive toe-in.

Front wheel toe-in is adjusted by lengthening or shortening the track rods. Correct toe-in improves directional stability. Toe-in must be adjusted by an
equal amount on both left-hand and right-hand track rods to ensure that the steering wheel spokes will be positioned symmetrically.

Rear wheel toe-in is adjusted with an off-center bolt located in the toe-rod mounting in the subframe. Rear wheel toe-in is always measured relative to the

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