Wheels and Tires: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTION1. INSPECT TIRE
a. Check the tires for wear and proper inflation pressure.
Cold tire inflation pressure:
(Tire size: 1155/80R13 79S or P175/65R14 81S)
b. Using a dial indicator, check the tire runout.
Tire runout: 1.0 mm (0.039 inch) or less
2. ROTATING TIRES
HINT: See the illustration for where to rotate each tire.
3. INSPECT WHEEL BALANCE
a. Check and adjust the Off-the-car balance.
b. If necessary, check and adjust the On-the-car balance.
Imbalance after adjustment: 8.0 g (0.018 lbs.) or less
4. CHECK WHEEL BEARING LOOSENESS
a. Using a dial indicator, check the backlash near the center of the axle hub.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
If the backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the bearing.
b. Using a dial indicator, check the deviation at the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
If the deviation exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub.
5. CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION FOR LOOSENESS
6. CHECK STEERING LINKAGE FOR LOOSENESS
7. CHECK BALL JOINT FOR LOOSENESS
8. CHECK SHOCK ABSORBER WORKS PROPERLY
^ Check if oil leaks
^ Check mounting bushings for wear
^ Bounce front and rear of the vehicle