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Wheel Alignment Pre-Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda MPV and 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Inspect the tire inflation, and adjust to the recommended pressure if necessary.
  2. Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct it if necessary.
  3. Inspect the wheel and tire runouts.
  4. Inspect the ball joints and steering linkage for excessive looseness.
  5. Shake the vehicle to inspect the operation of the shock absorbers.
    6. NOTE:
    • The vehicle must be on level ground and unloaded.
    • Unloaded ... Fuel tank is full. Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
    Fig 1: Measuring Ride Height
    G01197946Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Measure the height from the center of the wheel to the fender brim. The difference between the left and right measurement must not exceed 10 mm {0.39 in}. 
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