Pinpoint Test A: Inner Edge/Shoulder Wear

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

A1 MEASURE THE TREAD DEPTH
- Using a tread depth gauge or similar tool, measure the inside edge/shoulder tread depth.
- Is the tread depth greater than 2/32 inch?
- Yes : ROTATE the wheel and tire assemblies. CHECK and ADJUST the toe to nominal +0.15 degrees (toe in). CHECK and ADJUST caster and camber to nominal. REFER to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
- No : INSTALL a new tire(s). CHECK and ADJUST the toe to nominal. CHECK and ADJUST caster and camber to nominal. REFER to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.