Component Tests and General Diagnostics
INSPECTION1. INSPECT TIRE
a. Check the tires for wear and proper inflation pressure.
Cold tire inflation procedure
b. Using a dial indicator, check the tire runout.
Tire runout: 3.0 mm (0.118 inch) or less
2. ROTATING TIRE
HINT:
^ Rotate tires as shown in the illustration.
^ rotate as shown in (B) if the spare tire is included in the 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.
Imbalance 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 if oil leaks.
- Check the mounting bushings for wear.
- Bounce front and rear of the vehicle.