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Component Tests and General Diagnostics

PROCEDURE
1. Inspect tires.
a. Check the tires for wear and for the proper inflation pressure.

For P205/65R14 92H (Cold): 220 kPa (32 psi)




b. Check the tire runout, it should be 1.0 mm (0.039 inch) or less.




2. Rotating tires.
- Refer to the image for rotate pattern for each tire.

3. Inspect wheel balance.



a. Check and adjust the Off-The-Car balance.
b. If necessary, check and adjust the On-The-Car balance.

Max. Allowable Unbalance: 8.0 g (0.018 lb) or less




4. Check wheel bearing looseness.
a. Check the backlash in the bearing shaft direction.
Max. allowed: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch).
b. Check the axle hub deviation.
Max. allowed: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch).
5. Check front suspension for looseness.
6. Check steering linkage for looseness.
7. Check ball joint for looseness.
8. Check shock absorber works properly.
- Check for oil leak
- Check mounting bushings for wear
- Bounce front and rear of the vehicle