Measuring Procedure

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.5L Eng VIN X, Standard TransSECTION Measuring Procedure
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  Start Perform wheel run-out compensation. Bounce vehicle -
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  Turn the steering wheel into the straight ahead position and secure it (1) Measure vehicle height Install Brake Pedal ActuatorVAG1869/2 -
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  Check camber at front axle Is actual value within tolerance? No -
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  - Yes - Adjusting. Refer to FRONT AXLE CAMBER, ADJUSTING . -
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  Check rear axle camber Is actual value within tolerance? No -
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  - Yes - Checking (torsion beam rear suspension). Refer to REAR AXLE CAMBER, ADJUSTING, TORSION BEAM . Adjusting (multi-link rear suspension). Refer to REAR AXLE CAMBER, ADJUSTING, MULTI-LINK SUSPENSION . -
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  Check toe at rear axle Is actual value within tolerance? No -
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  - Yes - Checking (torsion beam rear suspension). Refer to REAR AXLE TOE, ADJUSTING, TORSION BEAM . Adjusting (multi-link rear suspension). Refer to REAR AXLE TOE, ADJUSTING, MULTI-LINK SUSPENSION . -
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  Check caster at front axle Is actual value within tolerance? No -
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  - Yes - Check the axle components and assembly  
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  Check toe at front axle Is actual value within tolerance? No -
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  End Yes - Adjusting. Refer to FRONT AXLE TOE, ADJUSTING . -
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(1) If steering wheel is crooked at end of alignment procedure, it must be straightened. Perform a basic setting on the Steering Angle Sensor -G85- using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
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