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General information on vehicle level measurement - AR40.00-P-0202A

INSPECT Checking  
IMPORTANT All the vehicle parts must be installed for vehicle level measurement and the vehicle must be completed so that it is operational  
1 Check tire inflation pressure and correct if necessary IMPORTANT See tire inflation pressure chart inside the fuel filler flap.
2 Check condition of tires IMPORTANT Visual inspection for wear pattern, tread depth and damage.
3 Check condition of rims IMPORTANT Visual inspection for damage.
4 Check tire pressure and correct if necessary  
5 Check vehicle underside for damage, corrosion of suspension parts, chassis parts and supporting body parts, leaks from major assemblies and lines  
6 Raise front axle and check wheel bearing play without dial indicator  
7 Check condition of steering mechanism AP46.00-P-4653V
8 Check rear axle joints for play, check rubber boots  
9 Check condition of shock absorbers and springs  
10 Drive the vehicle onto the measuring station and secure using the parking brake  
11 Unlock turnplates and sliding platforms  
12 Raise vehicle level and then lower again Vehicles with Active Body Control (ABC) or air suspension.
13 Rock vehicle at front and rear axles several times to settle suspension Vehicles with steel suspension.