Wheel Alignment Pre-Inspection
- Set tire inflation pressures to recommended pressure, if necessary.
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- Inspect front wheel bearing play; replace bearing if necessary.
- Inspect wheel and tire runout.
- Inspect ball joints and steering linkage for excessive play.
- Vehicle must be on a level surface and have no luggage or passenger load.
- Jounce the vehicle to check operation of shock absorbers.
- Difference in height, between left and right sides of vehicle, from center of wheel up to edge of fender must not exceed 0.39 in. (10 mm).
- Check that fuel tank is full, radiator coolant and engine oil are at specified levels, and spare tire, jack and tools are in designated positions.