S40 L5-2.4L VIN 38 B5244S4 (2004)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Wheel angles, check
Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Note! When working on the steering or wheel alignment on cars with DSTC, the adaptation of the steering wheel angle must be set to zero using
VIDA. Test drive. See:
Preparatory work
Note! When checking and adjusting wheel angles, follow the preparation instructions carefully.
Since the car's rear wheels also have an adjustable toe angle, the toe angle of the front wheels must also be adjusted in relation to the geometrical driving
axis (thrust line) in order to maximize stability and minimize tire wear.
All measurements must be made using alignment equipment for four-wheel drive vehicles.
All measurements must be made with the car empty.
All measurements must be made with a full fuel tank.
Check all the tire pressures before beginning measurement.
Checking play, front/rear
Checking play, front
Raise the front end. Lift under the control arms as close to the ball joint as possible.
Note! Only toe angle can adjusted on the front assembly. Camber angle can, however, be checked.
Check that there is no play:
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steering rod joints
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in the wheel bearings
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in the upper spring strut mounting
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in the ball joints or in the control arm bushings.
If there is play in any of the components above, this must be remedied before the wheel settings are checked and adjusted.
Checking play, rear
Lift up the rear suspension.
Note! Only toe angle can adjusted on the rear end. Camber angle can, however, be checked.
Check that there is no play:
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in the wheel bearing. (If there is play the hub assembly must be replaced)
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in the control arms, the lateral link or in the tie rod.
If there is play in any of the components above, this must be remedied before the wheel settings are checked and adjusted.
Installing test equipment,