Wheel Alignment Pre-Inspection
- Inspect the tire inflations, and adjust to the recommended pressure if necessary.
- Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct it if necessary. See WHEEL BEARING PLAY INSPECTION
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- Inspect the wheel and tire run outs.
- Inspect the ball joints and steering linkage for excessive looseness.
- Place the vehicle on level ground and unloaded.
NOTE:
- Unloaded ... Fuel tank full; engine coolant and engine oil at specified levels; spare tire, jack and tools in designated position.
- Shake the vehicle to settle the suspension.
- Measure the height from the center of the wheel to the fender brim. The difference between the left and right measurement must not exceed 10 mm {0.39 in}.
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.