What do you need to know about wheel alignment?
The following key steps are a summary of this bulletin and are REQUIRED in completing a successful wheel alignment service. 1. Verify the vehicle is in an Original Equipment conditionfor curb weight, tires, wheels, suspension and steering configurations. Vehicles modified in any of these areas are not covered for wheel alignment warranty. 2.
When to use camber or caster in wheel alignment?
If caster is unequal from side to side, the vehicle will pull toward the side with less positive (or more negative) caster. Remember this when troubleshooting a complaint of vehicle pull or wander. Camber: Camber is the tilt of the wheel from true vertical as viewed from the front of the vehicle.
How to file a wheel alignment warranty claim?
2. Review the customer concern relative to “Normal Operation”definitions. 3. Document wheel alignment warranty claimsappropriately for labor operations 8070012 and 8070032. A copy of the alignment machine printout showing before and after alignment specifications must be attached to the job card.
Can you use a tape measure for front wheel alignment?
You can use Strings from front to back or as I do it with a tape measure. Sometimes to center the steering wheel you may have to make adjustments to tie rods on both sides of the vehicle.Also before attempting to check alignment or make any adjustments You need to check and make sure you do not have any worn out parts.
What does it mean to do wheel alignment?
Wheel alignment (also known as tire alignment) is a service that adjusts your vehicle’s suspension to ensure that all wheels are oriented correctly in relation to each other and to the road. In practical terms, wheel alignment ensures that every wheel points in the same direction and every tire maintains optimal contact with the road.
Where can I find the GM wheel alignment Bulletin?
For your convenience, this bulletin updates and centralizes all of GM’s Standard Wheel Alignment Service Procedures, and bulletins on wheel alignment warranty service. Important:PLEASE FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THESE UPDATES BEFORE PERFORMING YOUR NEXT GM WHEEL ALIGNMENT SERVICE.
What are the requirements for four wheel alignment?
Please refer to the latest version of Corporate Bulletin Number 05-00-89-029: General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations. Requirements: • Computerized four wheel alignment system. • Computer capable of printing before and after alignment reports.
2. Review the customer concern relative to “Normal Operation”definitions. 3. Document wheel alignment warranty claimsappropriately for labor operations 8070012 and 8070032. A copy of the alignment machine printout showing before and after alignment specifications must be attached to the job card.