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Alignment: Testing and Inspection

Procedure

1. Set tire inflation pressures to recommended pressure, if necessary.

2. Inspect front wheel bearing play; replace bearing if necessary.

3. Inspect wheel and tire runout.

4. Inspect ball joints and steering linkage for excessive play.

5. Vehicle must be on a level surface and have no luggage or passenger load.

6. Jounce the vehicle to check operation of shock absorbers.

7. Difference in height, between left and right sides of vehicle, from center of wheel up to edge of fender must not exceed 0.39 inch (10 mm).

8. Check that fuel tank is full; radiator coolant and engine oil are at specified levels; and spare tire, jack and tools are in designated positions.