Steering And Wheel Alignment: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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Vehicles with steering wheel angles within +/-3 degrees to the horizontal as shown in illustration E257061 should not be adjusted as they meet Jaguar Land Rover specifications.

NOTE: Dependent on specification the relationship between the steering wheel control switches/paddle shifts/steering wheel upper spoke profile and the column wiper/indicator stalks should be used for this assessment.

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Road Test - Route Design and Consistency

Steering and wheel alignment is dependant on a consistent and repeatable methodology; this is equally important when road testing the vehicle. The same test route must be used every time a road test is completed, using a consistent method for determining if an actual problem exists.

NOTE: When a suitable route has been designed, make sure anyone that is likely to be road testing for steering/wheel alignment issues is aware of the approved test route.

Suitable Roads for Test Route

When road testing for a potential steering and wheel alignment issues, use the same road every time. A suitable test route should have the following features:

Roads with little or no camber for the length of the test section.
Roads which are straight and allow upwards of 40mph (64km/h) speeds.
Roads which are flat and level.
Roads with smooth surfaces.
Roads which are free from excessive traffic.

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Unsuitable Roads for Test Route

Avoid roads with the following features:

Heavily cambered roads.
Roads with bends or deviations.
Roads with inclines or declines.
Roads with poor surfaces.
Roads which are crowded.

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NOTE: Pinpoint Test A will guide the retailer through correctly diagnosing and rectifying steering wheel misalignment, vehicle pulling and vehicle drifting, when driving in a straight line without the brake applied. The pinpoint test should be completed until the customer symptom is rectified.