wheel alignment CHERY TIGGO 2009 Service Repair Manual

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Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the following for leaks or damage:
•Check for grease in the vicinity of the inboard tripod joint and outboard CV joint.
• Check the inner or outer joint seal boot or seal boot clamp for damage.
Noise Or Vibration On Turns
A clicking noise or a vibration in turns could be caused by one of the following conditions:
•Damaged outer CV joint or damaged CV seal boot or seal boot clamps.
• Damaged inner CV joint or damaged CV seal boot or seal boot clamps.
• Noise may also be caused by another component of the vehicle coming in contact with the half shafts.
NOTE :
If the CV seal boot is damaged, this will result in the loss and/or contamination of the joint grease, resulting in inad-
equate lubrication of the joint.
Clunking Noise During Acceleration
This noise may be a result of one of the following conditions:
• A torn seal boot on the inner or outer joint of the half shaft assembly.
• A loose or missing clamp on the inner or outer joint of the half shaft assembly.
• A damaged or worn half shaft CV joint.
Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration
This problem could be a result of:
•A worn or damaged half shaft inner tripod joint.
• Improper wheel alignment.
Vibration At High Speeds
This problem could be a result of:
•Foreign material (mud, etc.) packed on the backside of the wheel(s).
• Out of balance tires or wheels.
• Improper tire or wheel runout.
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Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the rear axle for the following:
•Check the rear axle for loose bearings.
• Check the rear axle hub for any damage or excessive runout.
Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration
This problem could be a result of:
•A worn or damaged half shaft inner tripod joint (4x4).
• Improper wheel alignment.
Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the following for leaks or damage:
•Check for grease in the vicinity of the inboard tripod joint and outboard CV joint (4x4).
• Check the inner or outer joint seal boot or seal boot clamp for damage (4x4).
Noise Or Vibration On Turns
A clicking noise or a vibration in turns could be caused by one of the following conditions:
•Damaged outer CV joint or damaged CV seal boot or seal boot clamps (4x4).
• Damaged inner CV joint or damaged CV seal boot or seal boot clamps (4x4).
• Noise may also be caused by another component of the vehicle coming in contact with the half shafts (4x4).
NOTE :
If the CV seal boot is damaged, this will result in the loss and/or contamination of the joint grease, resulting in inad-
equate lubrication of the joint.
Clunking Noise During Acceleration
This noise may be a result of one of the following conditions:
• A torn seal boot on the inner or outer joint of the half shaft assembly (4x4).
• A loose or missing clamp on the inner or outer joint of the half shaft assembly (4x4).
• A damaged or worn half shaft CV joint (4x4).
Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration
This problem could be a result of:
•A worn or damaged half shaft inner tripod joint (4x4).
• Improper wheel alignment.
Vibration At High Speeds
This problem could be a result of:
•Foreign material (mud, etc.) packed on the backside of the wheel(s).
• Out of balance tires or wheels.
• Improper tire or wheel runout.
Visual Inspection For Fluid Leaks (4x4)
This problem could be a result of:
•Where seals are used: There should be no appearance of fluid leakage or abnormal abrasions.
• Where sealant is applied: There should be no appearance of fluid leakage or fluid seepage.
• Where attaching bolts are used, fluid-fill and fluid-draining plugs are used: There should be no appearance of
fluid leakage, fluid seepage or loose bolts.
• The housing: There should be no appearance of fluid leakage or fluid seepage.
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Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the drive shaft for the following:
•Check the drive shaft for loose bearings.
• Check the drive shaft for any damage or excessive runout.
Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration
This problem could be a result of:
•A worn or damaged drive shaft joint.
• Improper wheel alignment.
Clunking Noise During Acceleration
This noise may be a result of one of the following conditions:
•A worn drive shaft assembly.
• A loose drive shaft assembly.
• A damaged or worn drive shaft joint.
Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration
This problem could be a result of:
•A worn or damaged drive shaft joint.
• Improper wheel alignment.
Vibration At High Speeds
This problem could be a result of:
•Foreign material (mud, etc.) packed on the backside of the wheel(s).
• Out of balance tires or wheels.
• Improper tire or wheel runout.
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CONTENTSpage
Front Suspension ..................................................................... 10-1
Rear Suspension .................................................................... 10-25
Alignment ........................................................................\
.. 10-38
Wheels and Tires ................................................................... 10-47
FRONT SUSPENSION
GENERAL INFORMATION10-2
Description 10-2
Operation 10-4
Specifications 10-4
Special Tools 10-5
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING10-6
Vehicle Suspension Troubleshooting Chart 10-6
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE10-7
Front Steering Knuckle 10-7
Description 10-7
Operation 10-7
Removal & Installation 10-7
Front Lower Control Arm 10-9
Description 10-9
Operation 10-9
Removal & Installation 10-9
Front Stabilizer Bar Link 10-11
Removal & Installation 10-11Front Stabilizer Bar
10-12
Removal & Installation 10-12
Front Strut Assembly 10-13
Description 10-13
Operation 10-14
Diagnosis & Testing 10-14
Removal & Installation 10-14
Front Coil Spring 10-16
Description 10-16
Operation 10-16
Removal & Installation 10-16
Front Sub-Frame Assembly 10-17
Removal & Installation 10-17
UNIT REPAIR10-21
Front Strut 10-21
Disassemble 10-21
Inspection 10-22
Strut Disposal Procedure 10-22
Assembly 10-23
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Vehicle Suspension Troubleshooting Chart
CONDITIONPOSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
Front End Whine On Turns · Defective wheel bearing.
· Incorrect wheel alignment.
· Low power steering fluid level.· Replace wheel bearing.
· Check and reset wheel alignment.
· Fill power steering fluid reservoir to
proper level and check for leaks
(make sure all air is bled from the
system).
Road Wander · Incorrect tire pressure.
· Incorrect front or rear wheel
Toe-in.
· Worn wheel bearings.
· Worn control arm bushings.
· Excessive friction in strut upper
bearing.· Inflate tires to recommended
pressure.
· Correct front or rear wheel Toe-in.
· Replace wheel bearing.
· Replace control arm.
· Replace strut bearing.
Lateral Pull · Unequal tire pressure.
· Incorrect front wheel camber.
· Wheel braking.
· Excessive cross-caster.· Inflate all tires to recommended
pressure.
· Check and reset front wheel
camber.
· Correct braking condition causing
lateral pull.
· Check wheel alignment and adjust
as necessary.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 10. Using special tool CH-10002, remove the outer tierod end from the steering knuckle.
11. While holding the bolt heads stationary, remove the two nuts (1) from the bolts attaching the strut to the
knuckle.
(Tighten: Strut to the knuckle nuts to 135 N·m)
NOTE :
Do not allow the half shaft to hang by the inner C/V joint. It must be supported to keep the joint from separating
during this operation.
12. Pull the knuckle off the half shaft outer C/V joint splines and remove the knuckle from the vehicle.
13. If required, remove the screws fastening the shield to the knuckle.
14. If required, use a suitable tool to press the hub and bearing out of the knuckle.
15. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Installation Notes:
• After installing the front steering knuckle, perform a front end alignment (See Front Wheel Alignment in Section
10 Suspension).
Front Lower Control Arm
Description
The lower control arm is located between the steering knuckle and the vehicle sub-frame. The lower control arm uses
a lower ball joint on the outer end and two sub-frame mounts on the inner end.
Operation
The front lower control arm supports the steering knuckle. The lower control arm controls the vehicle steering by
maintaining the proper wheel alignment through all driving conditions.
Removal & Installation
NOTE :
Inspect the lower control arm for signs of damage from contact with the ground or road debris. If the lower control
arm shows any sign of damage, look for distortion. Do not attempt to repair or straighten a broken or bent lower
control arm. If damaged, the lower control arm is serviced only as a complete component.
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
LTSM110027
LTSM100041
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(Tighten: Front strut to steering knuckle bolts to
120 ± 10 N·m)
8. Remove the three upper strut mounting nuts (1) from the strut tower.
(Tighten: Upper strut mounting nuts to 50 ± 10
N·m)
9. Remove the front strut assembly.
10. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Installation Notes:
• After installation, each bolt must be tightened to the required tightening torque.
• Four-wheel alignment inspection is required after the installation.
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
LTSM100041
LTSM100002
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GENERAL INFORMATION10-39
Description 10-39
Operation 10-39
Pre-Wheel Alignment Inspection 10-39
Wheel Alignment Setup 10-40
Specifications 10-40
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING10-42
Vehicle Inspection 10-42
Tire Wear 10-42
Tire Wear Chart 10-42
Alignment Troubleshooting Chart 10-43
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE10-44
Front Wheel Alignment 10-44
Front Wheel Alignment Specifications 10-44
Front Axle Toe-In Adjustment 10-44
Front Camber Adjustment 10-44
Rear Wheel Alignment 10-45
Rear Wheel Alignment Specifications 10-45
Rear Axle Toe-In Adjustment 10-45
Rear Camber Adjustment 10-46
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Description
Vehicle wheel alignment is the positioning of all interrelated front and rear suspension angles. These angles affect the
handling and steering of the vehicle when it is in motion. Proper wheel alignment is essential for efficient steering,
good directional stability, and proper tire wear.
The method of checking a vehicle’s front and rear wheel alignment varies depending on the manufacturer and type
of equipment used. The manufacturer’s instructions should always be followed to ensure accuracy of the alignment.
On this vehicle, the suspension angles that can be adjusted are as follows:
Front Axle
•Camber
• Caster
• Toe-in
Rear Axle
• Camber
• Toe-in
Check the wheel alignment and make all wheel alignment adjustments with the vehicle standing at its proper curb
height specification. Curb height is the normal riding height of the vehicle. It is measured from a certain point on the
vehicle to the ground or a designated area while the vehicle is sitting on a flat, level surface.
Operation
Curb Height Measurement
The wheel alignment is to be checked and all alignment adjustments made with the vehicle at its required curb height
specification.
• Vehicle height is to be checked with the vehicle on a flat, level surface, preferably a vehicle alignment rack.
• The tires are to be inflated to the recommended pressure.
• All tires are to be the same size as standard equipment.
• Vehicle height is checked with the fuel tank full of fuel, and no passenger or luggage compartment load.
• Vehicle height is not adjustable.
• If the measurement is not within specifications, inspect the vehicle for bent or weak suspension components.
• Compare the parts tag on the suspect coil spring(s) to the parts book and the vehicle sales code, checking for
a match.
• Once removed from the vehicle, compare the coil spring height to a new or known good coil spring. The
heights should vary if the suspect spring is weak.
NOTE :
Prior to reading the curb height measurement, the front and rear of the vehicle must be jounced to settle the sus-
pension. Induce jounce by pushing down on the center of the bumper (fascia), using care not to damage the vehicle,
moving the vehicle up and down, gradually increasing the suspension travel with each stroke. Release the bumper at
the bottom of each stroke, repeating this action several times. Perform this to both front and rear suspensions an
equal number of times.
Pre-Wheel Alignment Inspection
Before any attempt is made to change or correct the wheel alignment, the following inspection and necessary cor-
rections must be made to the vehicle to ensure proper alignment. 1. Verify the fuel tank is full of fuel. If the fuel tank is not full, the reduction in weight will affect the curb height of the vehicle and the alignment specifications.
2. The passenger and luggage compartments of the vehicle should be free of any load that is not factory equip- ment.
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must be the same size and in good condition with
approximately the same tread wear.
4. Check the front tire and wheel assemblies for excessive radial runout.
5. Inspect all suspension component fasteners for looseness and proper torque.
6. Inspect all ball joints and all steering linkage for looseness and any sign of wear or damage.
7. Inspect the rubber bushings on all the suspension components for signs of wear or deterioration. If any bushings show signs of wear or deterioration, they should be replaced prior to aligning the vehicle.
8. Check vehicle curb height.
Wheel Alignment Setup
1. Position the vehicle on an alignment rack.
2. Install all required alignment equipment on the vehicle, per the alignment equipment manufacturer’s instructions. On this vehicle, a four-wheel alignment is recommended.
3. Read the vehicle’s current front and rear alignment settings. Compare the vehicle’s current alignment settings to the vehicle specifications for camber, caster and toe-in.
NOTE :
Prior to reading the vehicle’s alignment readouts, the front and rear of vehicle should be jounced. Induce jounce (rear
first, then front) by grasping the center of the bumper and jouncing each end of the vehicle an equal number of
times. The bumper should always be released when vehicle is at the bottom of the jounce cycle.
Specifications
Torque Specifications
DESCRIPTION TORQUE (N·m)
Camber Adjustment Bolts 100
Inner Tie Rod Adjuster Jam Nut 30
Rear Lower Control Arm Eccentric Cam Bolt 80 - 100
Rear Upper Control Arm Eccentric Cam Bolt 80 - 100
Wheel Mounting Nuts 110
GENERAL INFORMATION
LTSM100027
LTSM110026
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