Steering And Wheel Alignment: Notes

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Vehicles with steering wheel angles within +/-3 degrees to the horizontal as shown in illustration E257061 should not be adjusted as they meet Jaguar Land Rover specifications.

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Road Test - Route Design and Consistency 

Steering and wheel alignment is dependant on a consistent and repeatable methodology; this is equally important when road testing the vehicle. The same test route must be used every time a road test is completed, using a consistent method for determining if an actual problem exists.

Suitable Roads for Test Route 

When road testing for a potential steering and wheel alignment issues, use the same road every time. A suitable test route should have the following features:

• Roads with little or no camber for the length of the test section.
• Roads which are straight and allow upwards of 40mph (64km/h) speeds.
• Roads which are flat and level.
• Roads with smooth surfaces.
• Roads which are free from excessive traffic.

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Unsuitable Roads for Test Route 

Avoid roads with the following features:

• Heavily cambered roads.
• Roads with bends or deviations.
• Roads with inclines or declines.
• Roads with poor surfaces.
• Roads which are crowded.

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