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Included Operations
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Position vehicle on alignment rack and check/adjust tire pressure |
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Check ride height and adjust to vehicle manufacturer specifications |
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Set-up gauges on all 4 wheels and check wheel run out and front suspension for wear |
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Determine vehicle tracking by checking thrust angle to vehicle center line |
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Adjust front caster, camber and toe-in where applicable |
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Perform vehicle manufacturer recommended shimming procedures if necessary |
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Remove vehicle from alignment equipment |
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Verify alignment by road test |
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Not Included Operations
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Diagnostic road test to determine if alignment operations are necessary |
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Straighten or replace suspension parts and/or structural components |
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Shift or align engine subframe/crossmember and/or axle housing |
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Non-vehicle manufacturer shimming |
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Adjust rear wheel alignment |
NOTE: Labor times for Wheel Alignment are based on the use of Four Wheel Alignment equipment to ensure that a minimum Thrust Angle Alignment is provided in all instances where a Four Wheel Alignment cannot be performed. If other than Four Wheel Alignment equipment is used, some adjustments in labor times may be appropriate.
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