Test Prerequisites
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- Check suspension, wheel bearing and steering for excessive play and damage.
- Tread depth difference may be no more than 2 mm on an axle.
- Tires inflated to prescribed pressure.
- Vehicle curb weight.
- Fuel tank must be full.
- Spare tire and vehicle tools are installed in appropriate position in vehicle.
- The windshield washer fluid reservoir must be full.
- Make sure that the sliding plates and turn tables are not touching the end stop when checking the wheel alignment.
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 .
WARNING:
For safety reasons, the steering wheel must be held tightly during the road test.
Note!
- The test equipment must be properly adjusted and attached to the vehicle; observe device manufacturer operating instructions.
If necessary, contact the manufacturer of the alignment equipment for familiarization with the proper use of the equipment.
The vehicle alignment platforms and wheel alignment computer can lose their calibration over a period of time.
NOTE:
Wheel alignment platforms and wheel alignment computers should be serviced and calibrated at least once a year.
-- Handle highly sensitive units with care.