Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Preliminary Check

PRELIMINARY CHECK
^ Check tires for improper air pressure and wear.
^ Check road wheels for runout.
^ Check wheel bearing axial end play.
^ Check ball joint axial end play of compression rod, upper link, and steering knuckle
^ Check shock absorber operation.
^ Check each mounting part of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
^ Check each link, rod and member for cracks, deformation and other damage.
^ Check vehicle posture.