Front

CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust front wheel alignment without first making a preliminary inspection of the front end parts and correcting where necessary.

PRIOR TO INSPECTION:
^ Fill all fluids to specification.
^ Make sure spare tire or wheel and related equipment are properly stored.
^ Remove any excessive accumulation of mud, dirt or road deposits from the chassis and underbody.
^ Retain all normal loads in the vehicle. Inflate all tires to the pressure specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (usually located on the inside driver door pillar).
^ Check both front tires and make sure they are the same size, ply rating, and load range.

INSPECTION
1. Inflate all tires to specified pressure (cold). Check both front tires for the same size, ply rating and load range.
2. Check for excessive front wheel bearing end play. Adjust and/or replace the front wheel bearings.
3. Check for worn or damaged spindle or ball joints. Replace the ball joints or spindle.
4. Check for bent steering linkage or excessively worn joints.
5. Check the steering gear mounting bolts and tighten to the specified torque.
6. Check other suspension components for damage.
7. Check for aftermarket changes to steering, suspension, wheel and tire components (i.e., competition, heavy-duty, etc.). Specifications in this manual do not apply to vehicles with aftermarket changes.