Xterra SE 4WD V6-3.3L (VG33E) (2000)
2) Set two dial indicators as shown in image.
3) Set each dial indicator to 0.
4) Rotate wheel, and check dial indicators at several points around the circumference of the wheel.
5) Calculate runout at each point as shown below. Radial runout = (A + B)/2 Lateral runout = (C + D)/2
6) Select maximum positive runout value and the maximum negative value. Add the two values to determine total runout. In case a positive or
negative value is not available, use the maximum value (negative or positive) for total runout. If the total runout value exceeds the limit,
replace steel wheel.
Radial runout limit: 0.5 mm (0.020 inch)
Lateral runout limit: 0.8 mm (0.031 inch)
3. Check front wheel bearings for looseness.
4. Check front suspension for looseness.
5. Check steering linkage for looseness.
6. Check that front shock absorbers work properly by using the standard bounce test.
1. Check vehicle posture (Unladen): H = A - B
Vehicle posture 2wd: 37.7 - 41.7 mm (1.484 - 1.642 in).
Vehicle posture 4wd: 45.5 - 49.5 mm (1.791 - 1.949 in).
a. Exercise the front suspension by bouncing the front of the vehicle 4 or 5 times to ensure that the vehicle is in a neutral height attitude.
b. Measure wheel alignment.
Refer to Alignment; Specifications; Mechanical.
c. If wheel alignment is not as specified, adjust vehicle posture.
d. Adjust wheel alignment.
Camber, Caster and Kingpin Inclination
Before checking camber, caster or kingpin inclination, move vehicle up and down on turning radius gauge to minimize friction. Ensure that the vehicle
is in correct posture.
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Measure camber, caster and kingpin inclination of both right and left wheels with a suitable alignment gauge and adjust in accordance with the
following procedures.
Camber, Caster and Kingpin Inclination: Refer to Alignment; Specifications; Mechanical.