9000 Hatchback L4-2290cc 2.3L DOHC Turbo EFI (1994)
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The car should not have no load apart from it's standard equipment. Standard equipment is a spare wheel, tool kit and warning triangle.
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Measure the dimensions "FR" (front suspension) and "RR" (rear suspension) and calculate an average between the two.
The measurement is carried out as follows:
1. Roll the car forwards and backwards approx. 1 meter to reset the tension in the rubber bushes and springs.
2. Depress the front and release it.
3. Measure the height and record the result.
4. Roll the car forwards and backwards approx. 1 meter to reset the tension in the rubber bushes and springs.
5. Pull up the front and release it.
6. Measure the height and record the result.
7. Calculate an average of the two measurements.
Important: If the car is equipped with a tow bar "RR" is decreased by 6 mm.
The table shows height measurements for model variants.
The table permits a tolerance of ± 10 mm.
Checking and Adjustment Before Wheel Alignment
If the front wheel alignment is suspected to be incorrect, as indicated by abnormal tire wear, impaired steering or road holding properties, etc. the
following procedures should be followed:
1. Check the tire pressures.
2. Check the front wheel bearings, suspension arm mounting and the ball joints, the track rod ends and inner bail joints. Adjust or replace any
defective parts as necessary to eliminate any symptoms caused by such defects.
3. Inspect the dampers and replace any that might be defective, together with any worn bushes.
4. If the car as been involved in a collision, has run off the road or such, repair any damage before undertaking wheel alignment checks.
5. To avoid any misleading readings being taken, rock the car firmly a few times to allow the suspension to settle before starting any checks.
NOTE:
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When measuring the toe-in the car must first be rolled 2 meters forwards and backwards.
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When checking alignment and steering angles, the car should be unladen, with nobody inside, with a full tank of fuel and on a level surface.
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There are different instruments for checking wheel alignment, that are mounted on the wheel rim or directly on to the stub axle. For the correct
utilization of such equipment, refer to the instructions supplied by the manufacturer.
