Kizashi AWD L4-2.4L (2010)
Alignment: Description and Operation
Front Suspension
Front Wheel Alignment Description
Among the three front wheel alignment factors, only toe is adjustable. Therefore, if camber or caster is out of specification, it is necessary to determine
body or suspension component(s) that should be damaged and repair or replace the damaged component(s).
Preliminary Checks Prior to Adjustment Front Wheel Alignment
Steering and vibration complaints are not always the result of improper wheel alignment. An additional item to be checked is the possibility of tire
lead due to worn or improperly manufactured tires. "Lead" is the vehicle deviation from a straight path on a level road without hand pressure on the
steering wheel. Refer to Tire Inspection in order to determine if the vehicle has a tire lead problem. Before making any adjustment affecting wheel
alignment, the following checks and inspections should be made to ensure correctness of alignment readings and alignment adjustments:
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Check all tires for proper inflation pressures and approximately the same tread wear.
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Check for loose of ball joints. Check tie-rod ends; if excessive looseness is noted, it must be corrected before adjusting.
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Check for run-out of wheels and tires.
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Check vehicle trim heights; if it is out of limit and a correction is needed, it must be done before adjusting toe.
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Check for loose of suspension control arms.
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Check for loose of missing stabilizer bar attachments.
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Consideration must be given to excess loads, such as tool boxes. If this excess load is normally carried in vehicle, it should remain in vehicle
during alignment checks.
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Consider condition of equipment being used to check alignment and follow manufacturer's instructions.
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Regardless of equipment used to check alignment, vehicle must be placed on a level surface.
NOTE:
To prevent possible incorrect reading of toe, camber or caster, vehicle front and rear end must be moved up and down a few times before
inspection.
Front Wheel Alignment Inspection and Adjustment
Preparation for Inspection and Adjustment
Steering and vibration complaints are not always the result of improper wheel alignment. An additional item to be checked is the possibility of tire
lead due to worn or improperly manufactured tires. "Lead" is the vehicle deviation from a straight path on a level road without hand pressure on the
steering wheel. Refer to Tire Inspection in order to determine if the vehicle has a tire lead problem. Before inspecting front wheel alignment and
making any adjustment affecting wheel alignment, perform the following checks, inspections and repair/replacement to ensure correct measurements
and adjustments.
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Check all tires for proper inflation pressure. Adjust pressure for any improperly inflated tire(s).
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Check that all tires are of the same type and brand and also they have approximately the same tread wear. Replace all tires with new ones if
necessary.
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Check all wheel bearings for damage. Replace damaged bearing(s) with new one(s).
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Check wheels and tires for deformation. Repair or replace them if necessary.
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Check that suspension systems are properly installed and free of damage.
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Check suspension components for bends, dents, wear or other damage.
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Place vehicle on level surface in unloaded state.
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Place steering wheel in straight ahead position.
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Push vehicle body to bounce vehicle up and down several times to stabilize front suspension.
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Check that ground clearance on one side is approximately the same as that on the other side.
Toe inspection
Measure toe with toe-in gauge (1).
Toe should be within specification.
If toe is out of specification, perform toe adjustment.