FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Figure 1 Front Suspension and Steering
Hardware that is removed must be installed in its origi-
nal position unless otherwise specified. If the torque val-
ues are not specified, refer to the Torque Specifications
table in the GENRAL INFORMATION AND ROUTINE
MAINTENANCE section.
To decrease the risk of possible injury or
death, follow the lifting procedure in the
SAFETY section. Place wheel chocks in front
and behind the rear wheels. Check the stability
of the vehicle on the jack stands before start-
ing any repair procedure. NEVER work on a
vehicle that is supported by a jack alone.
MAINTENANCE
Routine maintenance of the front suspension and steer-
ing consists of:
• Periodic inspections for loose, worn or damaged
components
• Alignment checks
Routine examination of the tires will provide an indication
if an alignment is required.
Tire Wear Diagnosis
It is important to evaluate wear patterns on tires to diag-
nose common suspension and tire problems. A tire that is
correctly inflated and aligned will show even wear over
the entire tread area. An under inflated tire will show wear
on the outer edges of the tread. Over inflation will result in
wear at the center of the tread. Wear on either side of a
correctly inflated tire indicates a tire that is out of align-
ment. The toe-in may be correct, but if the toe-in has not
been set with the wheels in line with the body of the vehi-
cle, it will result in scuffing of the tire tread.
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