How do you align a 4-wheel drive?

How do you align a 4-wheel drive?

Process of wheel alignment

1. Inspect steering and suspension system, including tyre condition and air pressure.
2. Place vehicle on alignment rack, mount and calibrate sensors.
3. Print out initial alignment settings.
4. Adjust camber, caster & toe angles.
5. Print out final alignment readings.

What are the specifications for a front wheel alignment?

The specifications in the chart are for the front of the vehicle. Caster is a stability angle, measured in degrees. There is no caster setting for the rear of a vehicle. The caster in this vehicle is read four degrees plus or minus one half degrees (.5°). The vehicles actual caster angles are within specifications.

When do you need a wheel alignment for tire wear?

Important: When a wheel alignment is deemed necessary for tire wear, be sure to document on the repair order, in as much detail as possible, the severity and type of tire wear (e.g., severe center wear or severe inside or outside shoulder wear) and the position of the tire on the vehicle (RF, LF, LR, RR).

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.

The specifications in the chart are for the front of the vehicle. Caster is a stability angle, measured in degrees. There is no caster setting for the rear of a vehicle. The caster in this vehicle is read four degrees plus or minus one half degrees (.5°). The vehicles actual caster angles are within specifications.

What do I need to know about wheel alignment warranty?

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. Review the customer concern relative to “Normal Operation”definitions.

What causes a car to need wheel alignment?

Other repairsthat affect wheel alignment; e.g., certain component replacement such as suspension control arm replacement, engine cradle adjustment/replace, steering gear replacement, steering tie rod replace, suspension strut/shock, steering knuckle, etc. may require a wheel alignment.

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.