Need For Axle Alignment, Evaluating
A wheel alignment is necessary if:
- Vehicle shows handling problems.
- There is accident damage and components were replaced.
- Axle components have been removed or replaced.
- Tire wear patterns are uneven.
Components replaced
| Front axle component replaced |
Wheel alignment check required |
Rear axle component replaced |
Wheel alignment check required |
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Yes |
No |
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Yes |
No |
| Lower Control Arm |
|
X |
Shock Absorber |
|
X |
| Bonded rubber bushings for control arm |
|
X |
Coil Spring |
|
X |
| Wheel Bearing Housing |
X |
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Axle Beam |
|
X |
| Tie rod/tie rod end |
X |
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| Steering Gear |
X |
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| Subframe |
X |
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| Suspension Strut |
|
X |
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| Stabilizer Bar |
|
X. Refer to . |
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Components removed and installed
| Components of front axle removed and installed |
Wheel alignment check required |
Components of rear axle removed and installed |
Wheel alignment check required |
| |
Yes |
No |
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Yes |
No |
| Lower Control Arm |
|
X. Refer to . |
Shock Absorber |
|
X |
| Wheel Bearing Housing |
|
X |
Coil Spring |
|
X |
| Tie rod/tie rod end |
X |
|
Axle Beam |
|
X |
| Steering Gear |
|
X |
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|
|
| Subframe |
|
X. Refer to . |
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| Suspension Strut |
|
X |
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|
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| Stabilizer Bar |
|
X. Refer to . |
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