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.
2000 Chrysler Intrepid (CANADA) V6-3.2LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Pre-Alignment Inspection
Before any attempt is made to change or correct the wheel alignment factors. The following part inspection and the necessary corrections should be made to those parts which influence the steering of the vehicle.
1. Check and inflate all tires to recommended pressure. All tires should be the same size and in good condition and have approximately the same wear. Note the type of tread wear which will aid in diagnosing, refer to Wheels, Tires and Alignment.
2. Check front wheel and tire assembly for radial runout.
3. Inspect lower ball joints and all steering linkage for looseness.
4. Check for broken or sagged front and rear springs.
5. Check vehicle ride height to verify it is within specifications.
6. Alignment MUST only be checked after the vehicle has the following areas inspected and or adjusted. Recommended tire pressures, full tank of fuel, no passenger or luggage compartment load and is on a level floor or a properly calibrated alignment rack.
1. Check and inflate all tires to recommended pressure. All tires should be the same size and in good condition and have approximately the same wear. Note the type of tread wear which will aid in diagnosing, refer to Wheels, Tires and Alignment.
2. Check front wheel and tire assembly for radial runout.
3. Inspect lower ball joints and all steering linkage for looseness.
4. Check for broken or sagged front and rear springs.
5. Check vehicle ride height to verify it is within specifications.
6. Alignment MUST only be checked after the vehicle has the following areas inspected and or adjusted. Recommended tire pressures, full tank of fuel, no passenger or luggage compartment load and is on a level floor or a properly calibrated alignment rack.
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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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