Golf GTI V6-2792cc 28L DOHC (AAA) SFI (1998) Alignment Maintenance - Service and Repair
Alignment: Service and Repair
Requirements and General Information
CHECKING REQUIREMENTS
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Proper adjustment of measuring equipment
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Vehicle at curb weight (1)
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Tire pressures at specification (2)
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Vehicle positioned precisely
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Suspension bounced several times
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No excessive play or damage to steering or linkage
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No excessive play or damage to suspension
WHEN TO CHECK ALIGNMENT
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After at least 1000-2000 km (600-1200 miles), once coil springs have settled
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Thereafter as needed, and following certain service procedures noted in this Repair Manual
NOTES
(1) Curb weight is weight of vehicle ready for the road:
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Full fuel tank
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Equipped with spare wheel
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Equipped with tool kit, if included
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Equipped with vehicle jack
(2) Tire sizes and pressures:
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Refer to specification label on vehicle, located on passenger-side rear door pillar (B-pillar on 2-door vehicles, C-pillar on 4-door vehicles)