Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Wheel Alignment Work Sequence
When performing wheel alignment procedures, observe following work sequence:
- Check camber at rear axle. Adjust as necessary.
- Check rear axle toe. Adjust as necessary.
- Check front axle camber and even out if necessary.
- If top rear transverse control arm, mounting bracket, wheel bearing housing, tie rod, rack and pinon steering box or carrier (subframe) were changed, check behavior of the toe constant "S" on front axle (toe-in curve).
- Check front axle toe with vehicle in initial position. Adjust as necessary.
- If suspension adjustments were changed, and vehicle is equipped with Electronic Stability Program (ESP), zeroing of steering angle sensor must be performed using scan tool. For zero position of steering angle sensor procedure, see appropriate ANTI-LOCK article in BRAKES.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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