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.
Alignment Requirement - Suspension: Notes
Use the following tables to determine the suspension alignment requirement according to the service performed on the component.
| FA |
Indicates that a Full Alignment is to be performed. Add the full alignment as a separate activity to the Service Visit. See FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUST (AIR SUSPENSION) or FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUST (COIL SUSPENSION) as appropriate.
| AC |
Indicates that a vehicle test drive is to be performed. Perform the test drive at road and highway speeds to determine if an Alignment Check is necessary. If the test drive shows the vehicle to track poorly or pull to the side, or if steering is sloppy or off center, then perform a four wheel alignment check . Add the alignment check as a separate activity to the Service Visit. See FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK (AIR SUSPENSION) or FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK (COIL SUSPENSION) as appropriate.
| NA |
Indicates that No Alignment is necessary, or not applicable.
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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.