CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT

FA-4prose procedure

Front Axle and Front Suspension Parts

Check suspension ball joint end play.

Suspension ball-joint end-play check

1
Jack up front of vehicle. Support with axle stands.
2
Clamp dial indicator onto transverse link and place indicator tip on lower edge of knuckle as shown.
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3
Ensure front wheels are straight and brake pedal is depressed.
4
Place a pry bar between transverse link and drive shaft.
5
While raising and releasing pry bar, observe maximum dial indicator value.
Vertical end play: 0 mm (0 in)
6
If ball joint movement is outside specifications, remove the pry bar, recheck to confirm condition, and replace the ball joint as necessary.

Specification	Value
Vertical end play	0mm (0 in)

Vertical end play

0mm (0 in)

Front Wheel Bearing

Check that wheel bearings operate smoothly.

Check axial end play.

Specification	Value
Axial end play	0mm (0 in)

Axial end play

0mm (0 in)

If axial end play is not within specification or wheel bearing does not turn smoothly, replace wheel bearing assembly. Refer to FRONT AXLE — Wheel Hub and Knuckle.

Front Wheel Alignment

Before checking front wheel alignment, be sure to make a preliminary inspection (Unladen*).

NOTE

*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

Preliminary inspection

1
Check tires for wear and improper inflation.
2
Check wheel runout.
Wheel runout: Refer to S.D.S.
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3
Check front wheel bearings for looseness.
4
Check front suspension for looseness.
5
Check steering linkage for looseness.
6
Check that front shock absorbers work properly by using the standard bounce test.
7
Check vehicle posture (Unladen).

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