steering AUDI A4 1999 B5 / 1.G Suspension Wheel Alignment Workshop Manual

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Requirements

Test equipment must be properly adjusted
and attached to vehicle (refer to equipment
manufacturer's instructions)
Equal tread depth for both tires on each axle,
with difference between two not more than 2
mm (0.079 in.)
Tires inflated to correct pressure
Sliding plates and turntables not positioned
against any stop when checking wheel
alignment
Vehicle at correct curb weight 1)
Vehicle accurately positioned, suspension
bounced and rocked several times and
allowed to settle
Suspension, steering and steering linkage in
proper condition with no damage or
excessive play
Carry out axial wheel run-out compensation.
Since some wheel run-out is allowable,
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Wheel alignment must be checked if

There are problems with vehicle performance.
There is accident damage.
Tires are worn on one side.
Axle components have been removed table below.Front axle component
removed or replaced Alignment check
required S-point adjustment
required Rear axle component
removed or replaced Alignment check
required

Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Rear upper link X X Shock absorber X
Front upper link X X
Guide link with hydraulic-
bushing X X Coil spring X
Suspension strut X X
Track control link X X Upper control arm 1) X
Mounting bracket X X Lower control arm 1) X
Wheel bearing housing X X Wheel bearing housing1) X
Tie rod X X Track rod 1) X
Steering gear X X Subframe 1) X
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