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Toe out alignment

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Pavementprincess24, Apr 15, 2024.

  1. Apr 15, 2024 at 6:34 PM
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    Pavementprincess24

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    I’m fairly new to owning a 4Runner but I have a question regarding the alignment of the front wheels. When looking at the 4Runner from the front, the toe out is very pronounced. After driving my 4Runner for a month I’ve noticed it’s pretty damn squirrelly on the highway. Is this normal or should I see if I need an alignment?

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  2. Apr 15, 2024 at 7:21 PM
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    SlvrSlug

    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    You need an alignment.
     
  3. Apr 17, 2024 at 7:55 AM
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    Greg D

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    More positive caster will make it less squirrelly. Supposed to be around 3-3.5° I believe. I have seen some steering rack bushings that go bad sooner on the newer 4runners. I think quality of materials is declining.
     
  4. Apr 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM
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    jgalt

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    You don't want toe-out on a 4R for proper handling. Straight ahead to slight toe-in is the goal. Your inner tread will wear quickly w/ toe-out too.
     
  5. Apr 17, 2024 at 11:11 AM
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    I took it to the dealer yesterday and they did an alignment, although it still looks toe out to me. I looked at several other 4Runners and Tacomas, none looked as severe as mine.
     
  6. Apr 17, 2024 at 11:28 AM
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    glwood54

    glwood54 Stop making me buy stuff!

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    You can easily check the toe in/out with a tape measure and a bit of patience.
     
  7. Apr 17, 2024 at 12:16 PM
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    RumHamRunner73

    RumHamRunner73 Dead on with a zero

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    I hope the rack bushings don't fail that quick on a 2024. If so this would be a major issue coming down the line.
     
  8. Apr 18, 2024 at 8:50 AM
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    RUNNER4DAN

    RUNNER4DAN Cleverly Disguised as a Responsible Adult

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    Doesn't need any
    I can't think of any vehicle that neds toe out.

    A certain amount of toe in is needed to keep the tires from scrubbing on turns. The outside tire will actually be running at a smaller radius than the inside.
     

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