L200 L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
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has been calibrated; and
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is capable of providing repeatable balance readings.
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Select finest balance mode to achieve a "perfect balance" of tire/wheel assembly.
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Use back cone mounting method because wheel center pilot hole is the primary locator for balancing.
Important:
For balancer calibration information, refer to Tire Balancer Manufacturer Recommendations.
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To check and verify the repeatability of the balancer, perform the following:
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Balance a tire/wheel assembly and record balance readings.
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Loosen balancer attachment nut and disengage tire/wheel assembly from balancer mounting cone.
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Rotate tire/wheel assembly 900 on balancer mounting shaft and tighten.
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Obtain reading from the new location and compare to the first set of readings.
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If the two sets of readings are 2.8 g (0.1 ounces) or more apart, check the following:
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Balancer cone for wear. (Both on the inside diameter and tapered area of cone.) Replace balancer as necessary.
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Mating surfaces on balancer attachment hardware for damage or debris. Clean mating surfaces as necessary.
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If repeatable balance cannot be achieved, contact balance equipment manufacturer for further calibration assistance.
Important:
Do not replace the front bushings of the front lower control arms, only the rear bushings of the front lower control arms are to be replaced.
Also, do not replace the bushing on only one side of the vehicle. The bushings must be installed on both sides of the vehicle.
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On vehicles built before and including VIN YY697118, check service history to determine if the control arm bushings have been replaced. If the
control arm bushings have not been replaced, replace rear bushing of the front lower control arm.
On vehicles built before and including VIN 2Y525531,install new 110 lb. steering gear preload spring. (Refer to Steering Gear Preload Spring
Replacement procedure in this bulletin.)
10.
Install tire/wheel assemblies on vehicle location from which they were removed.
10.1. Hand tighten all five wheel bolts.
10.2. Use torque wrench to tighten wheel bolts using a star pattern.
Tighten
Tighten Wheel Bolts (Initial Torque) to 63 N.m (46 ft-lbs).
10.3. Use a torque wrench to final tighten wheel bolts using a star pattern.
Tighten
Tighten Wheel Bolts (Final Torque) to 125 N.m (92 ft-lbs).
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Test drive vehicle at highway speed to evaluate steering wheel shake and/or vibration.
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If condition has been eliminated, no further repair is necessary.
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If condition has not been eliminated, perform the following:
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Rotate tire/wheel assemblies from front to rear.
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Torque wheel bolts using torque sequence previously shown.
