Pinpoint Test D: Wheel End Vibration Analysis

D1: INSPECT THE TIRES
1. Inspect the tires.
  - Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to: Jacking (Description and Operation) and Lifting (Description and Operation).
  - Inspect the tires for:
  - Correct tire size
  - Tire/wheel compatibility
  - Wear or damage
  - Tire beads correctly seated
Are the tires OK?
- Yes : GO to D2 .
- No : Inspect the wheels. For additional information, refer to Section 204-00.
D2: INSPECT WHEEL BEARINGS
1. Inspect the wheel bearings. For additional information, refer to: Front Wheel Bearing And Wheel Hub - AWD (G1574318) / Front Wheel Bearing And Wheel Hub - RWD (G1208951) .
Are the wheel bearings OK?
- Yes : GO to D3 .
- No : Repair as necessary. Repeat the Road Test as outlined.
D3: INSPECT THE CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) JOINT BOOTS
1. Inspect the CV joint boots.
- Spin the rear tire by hand
- Inspect for evidence of cracks, tears, splits or splattered grease
Are the CV joint boots OK?
- Yes : GO to D4 .
- No : Repair as necessary. Repeat the Road Test as outlined.
D4: INSPECT WHEEL AND TIRE RUNOUT
1. Inspect the wheel and tire runout.
- Carry out the Wheel and Tire Check procedure. Refer to: Lifting (Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Is the wheel and tire runout OK?
- Yes : Balance the wheels and tires. Refer to the wheel balance equipment manufacturers instructions.
- No : Repair as necessary.
  Refer to: Lifting (Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
  
  Repeat the Road Test as outlined.