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2010 Mazda CX-9 Sport, 3.7 V, AWD

Wheel Alignment Pre-Inspection

2010 Mazda CX-9 Sport, 3.7 V, AWDSECTION Wheel Alignment Pre-Inspection

Park the vehicle on a level ground, in an unloaded condition*, and with the wheels straight forward.
*: Unloaded condition.....Fuel tank is full. Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
Inspect the tire pressure.
- Adjust to the recommended pressure if necessary. (See SUSPENSION TECHNICAL DATA .)
Inspect the wheel bearing play. (See WHEEL HUB, STEERING KNUCKLE INSPECTION .) (See WHEEL HUB COMPONENT INSPECTION .)
- Correct if necessary.
Inspect the wheel runout. (See SUSPENSION TECHNICAL DATA .)
- Correct if necessary.
Rock the vehicle, and verify that there is no looseness in the steering wheel joint and suspension ball joint.
Rock the vehicle, and verify that the shock absorber operates properly.
Measure height H from the center of the wheel to the fender brim.
Verify that the difference between the left and right dimension H is within the specification.
- If it exceeds the specification, repeat the Step 2- 7.
  Standard
  
  10 mm {0.39 in} or less
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Height H From Center Of Wheel To Fender Brim
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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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.