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Wheels and Tires: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIRE
a. Check the tires for wear and proper inflation pressure.





Cold Tire Inflation Pressure:





b. Using a dial indicator, check the tire runout.
Tire runout: 3.0 mm (0.118 inch) or less





2. ROTATING TIRE

HINT: See the illustration for where to rotate each tire when you include the spare tire in rotation and when you do not.





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: 14.0 g (0.031 lbs.) or less
4. CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION FOR LOOSENESS
5. CHECK STEERING LINKAGE FOR LOOSENESS
6. CHECK BALL JOINT FOR LOOSENESS
7. CHECK SHOCK ABSORBER WORKS PROPERLY
^ Check if oil leaks
^ Check the mounting bushings for wear
^ Bounce front and rear of the vehicle