Component Tests and General Diagnostics

INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIRES
a) Check the tires for wear and proper inflation pressure.

Cold Tire Inflation Pressure:

b) Using a dial indicator, check the runout of tires.
Tire runout: 1.0 mm (0.039 inch) or less





2. ROTATE TIRES

HINT: If the rotating direction of the tires is specified, rotate the tires as shown in illustration. 2WD models with 17-inch tires or 18-inch tires cannot be rotated.

3. INSPECT WHEEL BALANCE





a) Check and adjust the off-the-car balance.





b) If necessary, check and adjust the on-the-car balance.
Imbalance after adjustment: 8.0 grams (0.018 lbs.) or less.

HINT: In the case of 16-inch wheels, balance weight should be installed by tapping.

NOTICE:
^ Remove dirt, oil and water from the surface where the balance weight is to be adhered with a cleaning detergent.
^ Do not touch the sticking surface of the tape.
^ Adhere the sticking type balance weight to the flat position shown in the illustration.
^ Push the balance weight securely with a finger to adhere it to the position.
^ Do not reuse a balance weight.
^ Please use the LEXUS genuine sticking type balance weight.

4. INSPECT FRONT AXLE DEVIATION AND BACKLASH
5. INSPECT REAR AXLE DEVIATION AND BACKLASH