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Pinpoint Test G543314P4 : Wheel End Vibration Analysis



PINPOINT TEST G543314p4 : WHEEL END VIBRATION ANALYSIS

G543314t9 : INSPECT THE TIRES
1. Inspect the tires.

Raise and support the vehicle.

Inspect the tires for:
Correct tire pressures
Correct tire size
Tire/wheel compatibility
Wear or damage
Tire beads correctly seated

- Are the tires OK?

-> YES
GO to Pinpoint Test G543314t10.

-> NO
REPAIR as necessary. REPEAT the Road Test as outlined.

G543314t10 : INSPECT WHEEL BEARINGS
1. Inspect the wheel bearings.

- Are the wheel bearings OK?

-> YES
GO to Pinpoint Test G543314t11.

-> NO
REPAIR as necessary. REPEAT the Road Test as outlined.

G543314t11 : INSPECT THE CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) JOINT BOOTS
1. Inspect the CV joint boots.

Inspect for evidence of cracks, tears, splits or splattered grease

- Are the CV joint boots OK?

-> YES
GO to Pinpoint Test G543314t12.

-> NO
REPAIR as necessary. REPEAT the Road Test as outlined.

G543314t12 : INSPECT WHEEL AND TIRE RUNOUT
1. Inspect the wheel and tire runout.

- Is the wheel and tire runout OK?

-> YES
Balance the wheels and tires. Refer to the wheel balance equipment manufacturers instructions.

-> NO
REPAIR as necessary.
REPEAT the Road Test as outlined.