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Need For Axle Alignment, Front Axle

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A wheel alignment is necessary if:

After REMOVING and REINSTALLING components.

Front Axle Wheel Alignment Check Required
  Yes No
Suspension Strut   X
Transverse link/bonded rubber bushing   X
Ball Joint   X
Wheel Bearing Housing X  
Tie Rod End/Tie Rod X  
Steering Gear X  
Subframe   X (refer to (1))
Stabilizer Bar   X
(1) Even if the subframe was secured with the locating pins, an axle alignment may be necessary. Perform a road test. If the steering wheel is crooked, the wheels must be aligned.

After REPLACING Components

Front Axle Wheel Alignment Check Required
  Yes No
Suspension Strut   X
Transverse link/bonded rubber bushing   X (refer to (1))
Ball Joint   X
Wheel Bearing Housing X  
Tie Rod End/Tie Rod X  
Steering Gear X  
Subframe X  
Stabilizer Bar   X
(1) After inserting the bonded rubber bushing an axle alignment may be required, perform a road test. If the steering wheel is crooked, the wheels must be aligned.
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