P1000 Does anyone have instructions for adjusting toe

[Big_Daddy]

i noticed on my brand new p1k that the passenger front tire is toed out a lot more than the driver side. I've seen others have this issue, and I've heard you can adjust it yourself rather than waiting for the dealer to do it. I have no idea what I need to adjust though and was hoping someone might have instructions of some sort. I'm pretty mechanically inclined, just have never done that before.

Thanks

 

[Hondasxs]

I can post specs in a few.

There is just the one lock nut on the tie rods. Then turn the rod to adjust.

Be sure to adjust with steering wheel straight and suspension settled. Most likely will have to do both sides.


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[CumminsPusher]

This is a common problem. Pretty simple if you look closely at the control arms. Just loosen the nut and turn the control arm itself. Like SXS said straighten steering wheel and you can use a 2x4 against the tires to sight down to the back tires. Once it looks straight on both set the front of the tires about a 1/4 inch closer together then the back of the tires. (Find a common spot to measure off of) make sure tight and run it. She'll be much more stable

 

[Big_Daddy]

I can post specs in a few.

There is just the one lock nut on the tie rods. Then turn the rod to adjust.

Be sure to adjust with steering wheel straight and suspension settled. Most likely will have to do both sides.


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Any chance you have a pic of what it is exactly I'm looking for?

 

[CumminsPusher]

Here's the nut you loosen.

And this is your steering control arm you turn in or out. I'm most cases as in yours you want out. Try to adjust both sides with close to the same amount of threads on both sides. Sometimes the steering wheel will have to be adjusted

Any chance you have a pic of what it is exactly I'm looking for?

 

[Big_Daddy]

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Here's the nut you loosen.

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And this is your steering control arm you turn in or out. I'm most cases as in yours you want out. Try to adjust both sides with close to the same amount of threads on both sides. Sometimes the steering wheel will have to be adjusted

You're awesome! That's what I thought it was but wanted to make sure b4 I went adjusting the wrong thing

 

[CumminsPusher]

You're awesome! That's what I thought it was but wanted to make sure b4 I went adjusting the wrong thing

It really is pretty easy and next time you'll be much quicker. Compared to how they come close even helps a ton! Just make sure the front of the tires are around 1/4" closer together then rear and everything's tight then you'll be happy

 

[Big_Daddy]

It really is pretty easy and next time you'll be much quicker. Compared to how they come close even helps a ton! Just make sure the front of the tires are around 1/4" closer together then rear and everything's tight then you'll be happy

Got it dialed in now. Thanks

 

[r1i2c3k4y5]

I put a set of jack stands on each side , ran a string from one stand to the other , level with center line of axle . Got the string straight by measuring off the rear rim then set toe off of string on the front string . I found you had to go back and forth a few times because when you moved one side , it would affect the other side slightly . Set mine 1/8" towed in .

 

[Smitty335]

I put a set of jack stands on each side , ran a string from one stand to the other , level with center line of axle . Got the string straight by measuring off the rear rim then set toe off of string on the front string . I found you had to go back and forth a few times because when you moved one side , it would affect the other side slightly . Set mine 1/8" towed in .

Honda service manual says 3/16 to 2/5 toe in you should be good

 

[elkguide]

Honda service manual says 3/16 to 2/5 toe in you should be good

If you can get it to with 1/16"...... I'm betting that he'll be good to go!!!!!

 

[Delton]

Another easy trick is to use vise grips to hold 1" angle iron to brake rotors. Makes it ALOT easier when aligning and measuring. Just mark where you are measuring front and back so you measure at same spot each time. Worked like a charm for me.

 

[dnjones161]

Dusted this thread off for an alignment tonight. Worked like a charm and she drives 1000% better. Thanks guys!

 

[Neohio]

Another easy trick is to use vise grips to hold 1" angle iron to brake rotors. Makes it ALOT easier when aligning and measuring. Just mark where you are measuring front and back so you measure at same spot each time. Worked like a charm for me.View attachment 46742

Does having the front arms with no load on them affect final alignment? If I choose to go this route, should I put jack stands under the arm to reflect the load on arms with tires on? Or is in minuscule enough to not make much of a difference?

 

[GlockMeister]

Does having the front arms with no load on them affect final alignment? If I choose to go this route, should I put jack stands under the arm to reflect the load on arms with tires on? Or is in minuscule enough to not make much of a difference?

I use the same method Delton does only i let the arms rest on a couple 6x6 blocks.

 

[Tramguage1]

I just used bungee cords through the wheels to hold a 4 ft level on each side. If you put them low enough you can easily measure and adjust alone.

 

[Smitty335]

I just used bungee cords through the wheels to hold a 4 ft level on each side. If you put them low enough you can easily measure and adjust alone.

Pictures please!

 

[Smitty335]

Another easy trick is to use vise grips to hold 1" angle iron to brake rotors. Makes it ALOT easier when aligning and measuring. Just mark where you are measuring front and back so you measure at same spot each time. Worked like a charm for me.View attachment 46742

Do you pull a center line?

 

[OnTheJob]

Mine was obviously toe-out from the stealership. I just did an "eye-it" adjustment and what a difference! My guess is I'm 1/4" toed in and higher speed are way better. Doesn't wonder at all like it use to. I'm gonna do a real measure in the near future.

 

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Mine was obviously toe-out from the stealership. I just did an "eye-it" adjustment and what a difference! My guess is I'm 1/4" toed in and higher speed are way better. Doesn't wonder at all like it use to. I'm gonna do a real measure in the near future.

Ditto on the lack of dealer prep...after 500 miles the inside treads were cupped. Thought the bucking at 20 mph was just atv tires on pavement but as soon as I adjusted the toe it was smooth as glass. Thx to the forum for the technical but real world fixes .