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Dodge Viper GTS V10-488 8.0L (1998)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment (Pre-Alignment Inspection): System Diagnosis

Make
Dodge
Model
Viper GTS
Engine
V10-488 8.0L
Year
1998
Section
Alignment › System Diagnosis › Pre-Alignment Inspection
MaintenancePre-Alignment Inspection · page 1 of 3
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Alignment: Testing and Inspection
Pre-Alignment Inspection

Before starting a wheel alignment on the Viper, the following inspection and necessary corrections must be completed.
1. Tires with the same recommended air pressure, size, and tread wear.
2. Inspect the tire/wheel assemblies for evidence of an unbalance condition. Both static and dynamic unbalance can affect vehicle steering.
3. Front and rear wheels for excessive radial and/or lateral runout and unbalance.
4. Inspect and replace (if necessary) the front and rear wheel, hub and bearing assemblies.
5. Ball studs and linkage pivot points, steering gear for looseness, roughness, binding or a sticking condition.
6. Suspension components for wear and noise. Check components for correct torque.
7. Inspect front and rear shock absorber assemblies for leaks or any sign of damage. Jounce front and rear of vehicle to determine if the shock

absorbers dampen vehicle motion properly.

8. Inspect front and rear coil springs on shock absorbers for any signs of damage.

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