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.
| EC |
Indicates that an EPAS alignment check (correction code 31001500) is to be performed. Add the EPAS alignment check as a separate correction in the same activity. If the vehicle passes the EPAS check, an alignment is not necessary. If the vehicle fails the EPAS check, perform an Four Wheel Alignment Check (correction code 31002100).
| AC |
Indicates that a four wheel alignment check is to be performed in order to determine whether an alignment adjustment is necessary. Add the Four Wheel Alignment Check (correction code 31002100) or Four Wheel Alignment Check and Adjust (correction code 31002300) as a separate correction in the same activity.
| 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.