Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 772

2004 WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Specifications & Procedures - TSX 

JACKING & HOISTING 

FLOOR JACK 

Set parking brake. Block wheels not being lifted. When lifting rear of vehicle, set manual transmission into 
Reverse, or automatic transmission into Park. Lift vehicle at indicated points. See Fig. 1 . 

NOTE:

Prior to performing wheel alignment, perform preliminary visual and mechanical 
inspection of wheels, tires and suspension components. See PRE-ALIGNMENT 
INSTRUCTIONS in WHEEL ALIGNMENT THEORY & OPERATION article in 
STEERING in GENERAL INFORMATION.

WARNING:

Never use a bumper jack for lifting or supporting vehicle.

 

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2004 WHEEL ALIGNMENT Specifications & Procedures - TSX

  

 

 

Fig. 1: Identifying Floor Jack Lifting Points (Typical) 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

HOIST 

Position lift blocks as shown. See Fig. 2 . Raise hoist a few inches. Rock vehicle to ensure it is firmly 
supported. Raise hoist to full height. Inspect lift points for solid support.

 

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Fig. 2: Identifying Hoist Lifting Points (Typical) 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES 

CAMBER INSPECTION 

1. Ensure suspension has not been modified. Ensure tire size and pressures are correct. Check wheel and tire 

runout. Check suspension ball joints for looseness or wobbling.  

2. Read camber according to manufacturer instructions. If camber is not within specification, check for bent 

or damaged suspension components. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . 

NOTE:

Manufacturer recommends using commercially-available computerized 4-wheel 
alignment equipment to measure vehicle alignment.

 

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CASTER INSPECTION 

1. Ensure suspension has not been modified. Ensure tire size and pressures are correct. Check wheel and tire 

runout. Check suspension ball joints for looseness or wobbling. Check the steering wheel angle. If 
steering wheel is significantly off center, it may be necessary to remove the steering wheel and reposition 
it on the spline.  

2. Read caster according to manufacturer instructions. If caster is not within specification, check for bent or 

damaged suspension components. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS .  

TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT 

Front 

1. Center steering wheel. Measure toe-in. Adjust toe-in if not within specification. See WHEEL 

ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If adjustment is necessary, go to next step.  

2. Loosen tie rod lock nuts. Adjust both the right and left wheels at the same time, by the same amount in 

opposite directions to obtain the correct toe-in and to keep the steering wheel straight. Tighten tie rod 
lock nuts while holding the tie-rod arm. Make sure the toe-in setting does not change. See TORQUE 
SPECIFICATIONS . Re-position tie rod boot if twisted or moved out of place.  

Rear 

1. Release parking brake. If parking brake is engaged, toe-in measurement may be incorrect. Check the toe-

in. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If no adjustment is required, remove the 
alignment equipment. If adjustment is required, go to next step.  

2. Hold adjusting bolt on lower control arm, and loosen lock nut. See Fig. 3 . Turn adjuster bolt until toe-in 

is as specified. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . Tighten self locking nut to 
specification while holding the adjusting bolt. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .  

NOTE:

Measure toe-in with wheels facing straight ahead.

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 WHEEL ALIGNMENT Specifications & Procedures - TSX