Wheels and Tires: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIRE





a. Check the tires for wear and for the proper inflation pressure.





Cold tire inflation pressure:

b. Check the tire runout.
Tire runout: 3.0 mm (0.118 inch) or less





2. ROTATE TIRE

HINT: See the illustration for where to rotate each tire when you include the spare tire in rotation.





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: 14.0 g (0.031 lbs.) or less
4. CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION FOR LOOSENESS
5. CHECK STEERING LINKAGE FOR LOOSENESS
6. CHECK BALL JOINT FOR LOOSENESS
7. CHECK SHOCK ABSORBER WORKS PROPERLY
- Check for oil leak.
- Check the mounting bushings for wear.
- Bounce front and rear of the vehicle.