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8 Cards in this Set
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What is the procedure for Pre-Alignment Inspection?
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- Interview the customer
- Visual Inspection - Road Test |
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During road test, the rout you choose should have:
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- a section that is straight and flat
- a spot where you can safely stop and start - several dips or bumps - an area requiring several right and left turns - a large open area like parking lot |
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bump steer = orbital steer = roll steer
What are the causes? |
- misaligned steering rack
- worn or misadjusted idler arm - bent steering components |
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What causes Memory Steer?
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binding in either the steering linkage or ball joints and causes the vehicle to pull
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What should tires be checked for?
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- Size and brand
- Inflation (pressure) - Wear - Damage (abrasions or cuts on sidewalls) - Separation (distortion, bulging or separation of tread) - Construction (never mix radial and bias) |
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No lateral movement is permitted in any of the steering linkage components.
What are the steering linkage components? |
- Tie Rods (30 degrees rotation)
- Pitman Arm / Idler Arm - Centre Link (Relay Rod) |
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Before pre-alignment inspection is complete, what should you check under the hood?
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- p/s fluid level
- p/s belt for condition and tension - p/s hoses and fittings for leaks, seepage and abrassions - inspect the steering shaft - inspect the steering coupler for play and wear |
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3mm = 0.125 inch = 1/8 inch = 1/4 degree = 15'
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