55 PERIODIC SERVICE B Adjusting Toe-in 1. Park vehicle on a flat place. 2. Turn steering wheel so front wheels are in the straight ahead position. 3. Lock the park brake and stop the engine. 4. Measure distance between tire beads at front of tire, at hub height. 5. Measure distance between tire beads at rear of tire, at hub height. 6. Front distance should be shorter than rear distance. If not, adjust tie rod length. (1) Battery 1. To slow charge the battery, connect the battery positive terminal to the charger positive terminal and the negative to the negative, then recharge in the standard fashion. 2. A boost charge is only for emergencies.
It will partially charge the battery at a high rate and in a short time. When using a boost-charged battery, it is necessary to recharge the battery as early as possible. Failure to do this will shorten the battery's service life. 3. When exchanging an old battery for a new one, use battery of equal specification shown in table below. (A) Wheel - to - wheel distance at rear (B) Wheel - to - wheel distance at front (C) "FRONT" C Direction for Storage 1. When storing the vehicle for a long period, remove the battery from vehicle, adjust the electrolyte to the proper level (refillable type only) and store in a dry place out of direct sunlight. 2. The battery self-discharges while it is stored.
Recharge it once every 3 months in hot seasons and once every 6 months in cold seasons. Proper toe-in 0 to 20 mm (0 to 0.79 in.) Battery TYPE Volts (V) Capacity at 20 hrs (A.H.) Reserve Capacity (min) Cold Cranking Amps 426 MF 12 32 55 450