Preliminary Inspection

PRE-ALIGNMENT CHECK

Before any attempt is made to change or correct front wheel alignment, the following inspections and necessary corrections must be made.
1. Ensure tire pressure is at recommended pressure, all tires should be the same size and in good condition and have the approximately the same wear.
2. Check front wheels and tire assembly for radial runout.
3. Inspect lower ball joint and steering linkage for looseness.
4. Check for broken or damaged front and rear springs.
5. Just prior to each alignment reading, then vehicle should be bounced (rear first then front) by grasping bumper at center and bouncing each end of vehicle an equal number of times. Always release bumpers at bottom of down cycle.