Evaluating Need For Axle Alignment, Torsion Beam
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When Vehicle Alignment is Necessary.
- Vehicle shows handling problems.
- There is an accident damage and components were replaced.
- Axle components have been removed or replaced.
- Tire wear patterns are uneven.
CAUTION:
Before beginning the axle alignment check the axle beam trailing arm. Refer to AXLE BEAM TRAILING ARM (TORSION BEAM), CHECKING WITH VAS241001 or AXLE BEAM TRAILING ARM (TORSION BEAM), CHECKING WITH VW801 .
Components Replaced
| Front Axle Component Replaced | Wheel Alignment Check Required | Rear Axle Component Replaced | Wheel Alignment Check Required | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | No | Yes | No | ||||
| Lower Control Arm | X | Shock Absorber | X | ||||
| Bonded rubber bushings for control arm | X | Coil Spring | X | ||||
| Wheel Bearing Housing | X | Axle beam | X | ||||
| Tie rod/tie rod end | X | Subframe | X | ||||
| Steering Gear | X | Crossbrace | X | ||||
| Subframe | X | ||||||
| Suspension Strut | X | ||||||
| Stabilizer Bar | X(1) | ||||||
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Components Removed and Installed
| Components of Front Axle Removed And Installed | Wheel Alignment Check Required | Components of Rear Axle Removed and Installed | Wheel Alignment Check Required | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | No | Yes | No | ||||
| Lower Control Arm | X(1) | Shock Absorber | X | ||||
| Wheel Bearing Housing | X | Coil Spring | X | ||||
| Tie rod/tie rod end | X | Axle beam | X | ||||
| Steering Gear | X | Subframe | X | ||||
| Subframe | X(1) | Crossbrace | X | ||||
| Suspension Strut | X | ||||||
| Stabilizer Bar | X(1) | ||||||
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