Wheel and Tire System Inspection

INSPECTION
1. Inspect tire.
a. Check the tires for wear and for the proper inflation pressure.
Cold tire inflation pressure:
Tire Size: 225/55R 16 94V
Tire Pressure (Front & Rear): 220 kPa (32 psi).





b. Check the tire runout.
Tire runout: 1.4 mm (0.055 inch) or less.





2. Rotate tires.

HINT: See the illustration for where to rotate each tire when you include the spare tire in the rotation and when you do not.





3. Inspect wheel balance.
a. Check and adjust the off-the-car balance.
b. If necessary, check and adjust the on-the-car balance.
Unbalance after adjustment: 8.0 g (0.018 lbs.) or less.





4. Check wheel bearing looseness.
a. Check the backlash in the bearing shaft direction.
Maximum backlash: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch).
b. Check the axle hub deviation.
Maximum deviation: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch).
5. Check front suspension for looseness.
6. Check steering linkage for looseness.
7. Check ball joint for excessive looseness.
8. Check shock absorber to see if it works properly.
- Check for oil leak.
- Check mounting bushings for wear.
- Bounce front and rear of the vehicle.