Subframe: Adjustments

Underbody Misalignment Check

Special Service Tools - Alignment Equipment 501 - 081:

1. Raise and support the vehicle on a two post ramp. Vehicle Lifting
2. Inspect all underbody structural members for cracks, twists or bends. Check all welded connections for cracks. Inspect the support brackets for looseness. Perform any necessary service or make replacements as required.





3. Install the alignment pins supplied with special tool number HTJI200-2 to the rear of the front subframe for the initial front subframe to vehicle body alignment check.





4. Remove the alignment pins.





5. The Z measurement is set on the special tool before the X measurement is taken on the vehicle.

CAUTION: Make sure the measuring equipment is used the right way up as shown in the illustration.





6. Take the X measurement.
1. Take the X measurement using the middle part of the measuring bar.
2. If the middle part of the measuring bar locks into its fully extended position, continue taking the X measurement on the inner part of the measuring bar.

CAUTION: Make sure the measuring equipment is used the right way up as shown in the illustration.

NOTE: Make sure the inner part of the measuring bar is fully retracted and the lock fully tightened before any measurements are taken.





7. Install the special tools to the underside of the vehicle.

NOTE: The smallest diameter pin and bracket (D) is fitted to vehicles with automatic transmission. The bracket is marked A. The larger diameter pin and bracket (D) is fitted to vehicles with manual transmission. The bracket is marked M.

NOTE: Clean all the special tool mounting surfaces before installing the special tools.





8. Install the special tools to the underside of the vehicle.

NOTE: The smallest diameter pin and bracket (D) is fitted to vehicles with automatic transmission. The larger diameter pin and bracket (D) is fitted to vehicles with manual transmission.

NOTE: Clean all the special tool mounting surfaces before installing the special tools.





9. Adjust the steady screw to the front of the wheel knuckle to stabilize the special tool to the underside of the vehicle.

CAUTION:When installing or removing the special tool make sure the brake pipes are not damaged or detached from the retaining clips.





10. Underbody dimension tolerances are ± 2 mm (0.08 inch).





Underbody Dimensions





Underbody Measurements