S80 L6-2.9L VIN 92 B6294S2 (2004)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Wheel alignment, checking / adjusting
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 Test Drive Form (DSTC (dynamic stability and traction control) /brake control module), description See: Brakes and
Traction Control/Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems/Testing and Inspection/Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview/Test Drive
Form (DSTC (Dynamic Stability And Traction Control) /Brake Control Module), Description.
Note! For tightening torques, see: Tightening torque See: Specifications/Mechanical Specifications/Steering/Tightening Torque.
Note! When checking and adjusting front wheel alignment the following applies:
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Any adjustment to the front camber angle must always be carried out before adjusting the toe angle.
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Since the car's rear wheels also have adjustable toe angles, the front toe angle must always be adjusted in relation to the car's geometric driving
axis (the thrust line). This is to achieve maximum stability and minimum tire wear.
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All measurements must be made using alignment equipment for four-wheel drive vehicles.
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All measurements must be made with the car empty
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All measurements must be made with a full fuel tank
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Check all the tire pressures before beginning measurement.
Check play, front
Raise the front end. Lift under the control arms as close to the ball joint as possible.
Check that there is no play in
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the tie rods
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the wheel bearings
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the upper spring strut mounting
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the ball joints or control arm bushings.
If there is play in any of the components above, this must be remedied before the wheel settings are checked/adjusted.
Checking play, rear
Lift up the rear suspension.
Note! Only the toe angle can be adjusted on the rear end but the camber angle must also be checked.
Check that there is no play in
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the wheel bearings. (If there is play the hub assembly must be replaced)
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the control arms, lateral link and track rod.
If there is play in any of the components above, this must be remedied before the wheel settings are checked/adjusted.
Installing the test equipment