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1994 Plymouth Laser FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC
Front Alignment
1994 Plymouth Laser FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHCSECTION Front Alignment
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
1. Prior to wheel alignment, ensure tires are at recommended pressure, are of equal size and have approximately the same wear pattern.
2. Check front wheel and tire assembly for radial runout and inspect lower ball joints and steering linkage for looseness.
3. Check front and rear springs for sagging or damage.
4. Front suspension inspections should be performed on a level floor or alignment rack with fuel tank at capacity and vehicle free of luggage and passenger compartment load. The vehicle should be bounced an equal number of times from the center of the bumper alternately, first from the rear, then the front, releasing at the bottom of down cycle.
CASTER & CAMBER
Caster and camber are preset at the factory and cannot be adjusted. If caster or camber are not within specifications, replace bent or damaged components.
TOE-IN
Adjust toe-in by undoing clips and turning each tie rod turnbuckle an equal amount in opposite directions. Toe will move out as the left turnbuckle is turned toward front of vehicle and the right turnbuckle is turned toward rear of vehicle. For each half turn, toe-in will increase or decrease 0.24 inch.
1. Prior to wheel alignment, ensure tires are at recommended pressure, are of equal size and have approximately the same wear pattern.
2. Check front wheel and tire assembly for radial runout and inspect lower ball joints and steering linkage for looseness.
3. Check front and rear springs for sagging or damage.
4. Front suspension inspections should be performed on a level floor or alignment rack with fuel tank at capacity and vehicle free of luggage and passenger compartment load. The vehicle should be bounced an equal number of times from the center of the bumper alternately, first from the rear, then the front, releasing at the bottom of down cycle.
CASTER & CAMBER
Caster and camber are preset at the factory and cannot be adjusted. If caster or camber are not within specifications, replace bent or damaged components.
TOE-IN
Fig. 1 Adjusting Toe-in:
Adjust toe-in by undoing clips and turning each tie rod turnbuckle an equal amount in opposite directions. Toe will move out as the left turnbuckle is turned toward front of vehicle and the right turnbuckle is turned toward rear of vehicle. For each half turn, toe-in will increase or decrease 0.24 inch.
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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.