Wheel Alignment Prerequisites

Wheel Alignment Prerequisites

• Suspension, wheel bearing, steering and steering linkage checked for excessive play and damage.

• Steering wheel must be in the middle of the up-down adjustment.

• Tread depth difference may be no more than 2 mm on an axle.

• Tires inflated to prescribed pressure

• Vehicle curb weight

• Fuel tank must be full.

• Spare tire and vehicle tools are installed in appropriate position in vehicle.

• The windshield washer fluid reservoir for the windshield washer system/headlamp washer system must be full.

• Make sure that the sliding plates and turn tables are not touching the end stop when checking the wheel alignment.

Note!

• The test equipment must be properly adjusted and attached to the vehicle; observe device manufacturer operating instructions.

• Center wheel cap might have to be removed in order to install some alignment equipment on vehicle wheel.

If necessary, contact the manufacturer of the alignment equipment for familiarization with the proper use of the equipment.

After a certain period, wheel alignment platforms and computer equipment can lose their original leveling setting and adjustments.

Wheel alignment platforms and wheel alignment analyzer/computer should be serviced and calibrated at least once a year.

- Handle highly sensitive units with care.