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Alignment: Testing and Inspection

Inspection Conditions

Car loaded down to normal position
Vehicle with complete equipment for normal operation with:
2 x 68 kg on the front seats (seats in center setting)
1 x 14 kg in the luggage compartment (center)
and with full tank

Requirement:
1. Specified rims and tires with even tire profile.
2. Specified tire pressure (refer to instruction plate on vehicle)
3. Specified wheel bearing play.
4. Ride height check in normal position (see above)

Attention! If there is any deviation from nominal value, repair the vehicle.

5. Correct ride level for measurement = Specified value ± 1 mm by loading or unloading the vehicle.