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.
2002 Mercedes Benz G500FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Performing Chassis Alignment Check
CAUTION:
If equipped disable power memory seats and steering wheel, damage to seat or steering wheel may result, if steering wheel holder or brake pedal winch is in place and memory position goes into motion.
- Drive vehicle onto electronic alignment system. Set parking brake, open window, switch OFF ignition. Install brake pedal winch on brake pedal. See Figure . Attach measuring heads to each wheel. Unlock rotary and sliding plates. Perform initial measurements.
- Check vehicle level at front and rear axle and adjust as necessary. See READY TO DRIVE CONDITION under RIDING HEIGHT.
- Perform alignment procedure as follows:
- Check toe angle at rear axle. See CHECK TOE ANGLE AT REAR AXLE .
- Check camber at rear axle. See CHECK CAMBER AT REAR AXLE
- Check camber and caster at front axle. See CHECK CAMBER AT FRONT AXLE and CHECK CASTER AT FRONT & REAR AXLE .
- Check and adjust toe-in at front axle. See CHECK & ADJUST TOE ANGLE AT FRONT AXLE .
- Evaluate measurements, make necessary adjustments.
- Recheck alignment measurements.
- Remove alignment equipment from vehicle. Test drive vehicle.
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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.
