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Measurement Test Requirements



Measurement requirements
- Vehicle unladen
- Fuel tank must be full
- Spare wheel and vehicle toolbox must be in vehicle and correctly stowed.
- The windshield/headlight wash reservoir must be full.
- Difference in tread depth on a given axle to be no more than 2 mm.
- Tires must be inflated to specified pressure.
- Assemble alignment equipment is in accordance with the equipment manufacturers instructions.
- Check suspension, steering and steering gear for excessive play or damage.
- Alignment should be conducted on new vehicle after driving between 621 - 1242 mi (1000 - 2000 km) to allow the suspension components to settle.
- Check that the rims are not damaged at rim lip or shoulder.