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Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2001)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Specifications (page 6 of 10)

Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat GLS V6
Engine
V6-2.8L (ATQ)
Year
2001
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 6 of 10
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VAG 1813 Wheel alignment computer

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VAG 1869/2 Brake pedal loading device

Rim run-out compensation
The lateral run-out of the wheel must be compensated for. Otherwise the result of the measurement will be incorrect.
If the lateral run-out compensation is not performed it is not possible to adjust the toe correctly!
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Make sure that the sliding plates and turntables are not touching the end stop when checking the wheel alignment.

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Vehicle accurately aligned, suspension bounced and rocked several times

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The test equipment must be properly adjusted and attached to the vehicle. Follow instructions provided by equipment manufacturer!

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Carry out wheel run-out compensation.
When doing this observe the information from the manufacturer of the wheel alignment unit.

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Install brake pedal loading device from VAG 1869/2.

Overview of work procedure for measuring vehicle
The following work sequence of steps must be adhered to!
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Check front axle camber and center if necessary.

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Check rear axle camber and adjust if necessary.
Rear axle camber adjustment only possible on vehicles with all wheel-drive.

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Check rear axle toe and adjust if necessary.

Vehicles with front wheel drive
Rear axle toe can only be centered

Vehicles with all-wheel-drive

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