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Wheel Alignment Pre-Inspection

  1. Inspect the tire inflation, and adjust to the recommended pressure as necessary.
  2. Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct as necessary.
  3. Inspect the wheel and tire runouts.
  4. Inspect the ball joints and steering linkage for excessive looseness.
  5. The vehicle must be on level ground and carry no luggage or passengers.
  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}. 
    Fig 1: Measuring Height From Center Of Wheel To Fender Brim
    G01907053Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.