Loosen wheel nutsCheck the wheel nuts.
Tighten to specification.
Damaged or uneven tire wear Spin the tire and Check for abnormal
tire wear or damage. Install a new tire
as necessary.
Tire shimmy or shake - occurs at
lower speeds Wheel/tire out of balance
Uneven tire wear
Check for abnormal tire wear. Install a
new tire as necessary.
Excessive radial runout of wheel or
tire Perform a radial runout test of the
wheel and tire.
Install a new tire as necessary.
Worn or damaged wheel studs or
elongate stud holes Inspect the wheel studs and wheels.
Install new components as necessary.
Excessive lateral runout of the wheel
or tire Perform a lateral runout test of the
wheel and tire.
Check the wheel, tire and hub. Repair
or Install new components as
necessary.
Foreign materal between the brake
disc and hub. Clean the mounting surfaces of the
brake disc and hub.
See DS group - front/rear axle.
High speed shake or shimmy - occurs
at high speeds Excessive wheel hub runout
Damaged or worn tires
Damaged or worn wheel bearings
Worn or damaged suspension or
steering linkage
Brake disc or drum imbalanceGo to detailed test D.
Drift left or right Tires
Steering linkage
Alignment
Base brake systemGo to detailed test E.
Steering wheel Alignment
Steering linkage
Front lower arm ball jointGo to detailed test F.
Tracks incorrectly Rear suspension
CasterGo to detailed test G.
Rough ride Front strut and spring assembly
Rear shock absorber and spring
assemblyGo to detailed test H.
Excessive noise Front or rear stabilizer bar
components
Springs
Suspension components
Shock absorbersGo to detailed test I.
Incorrect tire wear Tire or unbalanced wheels
Tire inflation
Strut
AlignmentGo to detailed test J.
Vibration Wheel/tire
Front wheel driveshaft(s)
Steering system
Strut and spring assemblyGo to detailed test K.
Strut and spring assembly
Spring and strut mounting
Front lower arm ball joint
Front lower arm mounting bolt
bushing
Stabilizer bar bushings
Wheel hubs and bearing
Rear suspension arms and bushings
Vehicle leans Tire/wheel
Vehicle load
Suspension components
Incorrect ride heightInflate tires to specification.
Redistribute the load as necessary.
Visually inspect the suspention
system.
Correct the ride height as necessary.
Poor steering returnability High knuckle rotating torque
AlignmentGo to detailed test E.
DETAILED TEST A : FRONT SUSPENSION NOISE CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
ROAD TEST THE VEHICLE
a.Test drive the vehicle.
b. During the road test, drive the vehicle over a rough road. Determine
from which area/component the noise is originating.
● Is there a squeak, creak or rattle noise ?
→ YES
Go to
→ NO
The suspension system is OK. Conduct a diagnosis on other suspect
systems.
INSPECT THE STEERING SYSTEM a.Check the steering system for wear or damage.
Perform a steering linkage test.
Inspect the tire wear pattern.
● Are the steering components worn or damaged ?
→ YES
Repair the steering system. Install new components as necessary. Test
the system for normal operation.
→ NO
Go to
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER/STRUT CHECK a.Check the front shock absorbers/strut mounts for loose bolts or nuts.
b. Check the front shock absorbers/struts for damage. Perform a shock
absorber check.
● Are the front shock absorbers/struts loose or damaged ?
→ YES
Tighten to specifications if loose.
Install new front shock absorbers/struts if damaged. Test the system for
normal operation.
→ NO
Go to
CHECK THE FRONT SPRINGS Check the front spring and front spring mounts/brackets for wear or
damage
Go toD3.
→ NO
Adjust or Repair as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.
MEASURE THE LATERAL RUNOUT AND THE RADIAL RUNOUT OF THE FRONT WHEELS ON THE VEHICLE Measure the lateral runout and the radial runout of the front wheels on the
vehicle. Go to detailed test C.
● Are the measurements within specifications ?
→ YES
Go to D4.
→ NO
Install new wheels as necessary and Balance the assembly. Test the
system for normal operation.
MEASURE THE LATERAL RUNOUT OF THE FRONT TIRES ON THE VEHICLE Measure the lateral runout of the front tires on the vehicle. Go to detailed
test C.
● Is the runout within specifications ?
→ YES
Go to D5.
→ NO
Install new tires as necessary and Balance the assembly. Test the system
for normal operation.
MEASURE THE RADIAL RUNOUT OF THE FRONT TIRES ON THE VEHICLE Measure the radial runout of the front tires on the vehicle. Go to detailed
test C.
● Is the runout within specifications ?
→ YES
Balance the front wheel and tire assemblies. If any tire cannot be balanced,
Install a new tire. Test the system for normal operation.
→ NO
Go to D6.
MATCH MOUNT THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY Mark the high runout location on the tire and also on the wheel. Break the
assembly down and rotate the tire 180 degrees (halfway around) on the
wheel. Inflate the tire and measure the radial runout.
● Is the runout within specifications ?
→ YES
Balance the assembly. Test the system for normal operation.
→ NO
If the high spot is not within 101.6mm (4 inches) of the first high spot on
the tire, Go to D7.
MEASURE THE WHEEL FLANGE RUNOUT
● Is the vibration present ?
→ YES
Go to K2.
→ NO
The vehicle is OK. Go to TROUBLESHOOTING.
INSPECT THE TIRES
a.Raise and support the vehicle with a frame contact hoist.
b. Inspect the tires for extreme wear or damage, cupping, or flat spots.
● Are the tires OK ?
→ YES
Go to
→ NO
Check the suspension components for misalignment, abnormal wear, or
damage that may have contributed to the tire wear.
Correct the suspension concerns and Install new tires.
INSPECT THE WHEEL BEARINGS Spin the tires by hand to check for wheel bearing rougness.
● Is the front wheel bearing OK ?
→ YES
Go to K4.
→ NO
Install new front wheel bearings as necessary.
See Ds group - front axle.
TIRE/WHEEL BALANCE Check the tire/wheel balance.
● Are the tires balanced ?
→ YES
Go to K5.
→ NO
Balance the tires and wheels as necessary.
MEASURE THE RUNOUTS For each wheel position measure, locate and mark the following items.
- High point of the tire/wheel assembly total radial runout
- High point of the wheel radial runout
- High point of the wheel lateral runout
● Are the runouts as specified ?
→ YES
Go to K7.
→ NO
Go to K6.
SUBSTITUTE THE WHEELS AND TIRE
a.Substitute a known good set of wheels and tires.
b. Perform a road test.
c. If the vehicle still exhibits a shake or vibration, note the vehicle speed
and/or engine rpm which it occurs.
● Is the vibration felt ?
→ YES
Engine/transmission imbalance.
See the specification of TR group, EM group, FL group and EC group.
→ NO
Install the original tire/wheel assemblies one by one, Road testing at
each step until the damaged tire(s)/wheel(s) as necessary. Test the
system for normal operation.
Wheel /tire noise, vibration and harshness concerns are directly related to vehicle speed and are not generally affected
by acceleration, coasting or decelerating. Also, out - of- balance wheel and tires can vibrate at more than one speed. A
vibration that is affected by the engine rpm, or is eliminated by placing the transmission in Neutral is not related to the
tire and wheel. As a general rule, tire and wheel vibrations felt in the steering wheel are related to the front tire and
wheel assemblies. Vibrations felt in the seat or floor are related to the rear tire and wheel assemblies. This can initially
isolate a concern to the front or rear.
Careful attention must be paid to the tire and wheels. There are several symptoms that can be caused by damaged or
worn tire and wheels. Perform a careful visual inspection of the tires and wheel assemblies. Spin the tires slowly and
watch for signs of lateral or radial runout. Refer to the tire wear chart to determine the tire wear conditions and actions WHEEL AND TIRE DIAGNOSIS
Rapid wear at the center Rapid wear at both shoulders Wear at one shoulder
a.Center - tread down to fabric due to
excessive over inflated tires
b. Lack of rotation
c. Excessive toe on drive wheels
d. Heavy acceleration on drive a.
Under- inflated tires
b. Worn suspension components
c. Excessive cornering speeds
d. Lack of rotation a.
Toe adjustment out of specification
b. Camber out of specification
c. Damaged strut
d. Damaged lower arm
Partial wear Feathered edge Wear pattern
a.Caused by irregular burrs on
brake drums a.
Toe adjustment out of
specification
b. Damaged or worn tie rods
c. Damaged knuckle a.
Excessive toe on non- drive
wheels
b. Lack of rotation
2007 > 2.7L V6 GASOLINE >
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
When using commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment (caster, camber, toe) to inspect the
front wheel alignment, always position the car on a level surface with the front wheels facing straight ahead.
Prior to inspection, make sure that the front suspension and steering system are in normal operating condition and
that the wheels and tires face straight ahead and the tires are inflated to the specified pressure.
TOE
Toe is a measurement of how much the front of the wheels are turned in or out from the straight- ahead position.
Item Description
A - B < 0 Positive (+) toe (toe in)
A - B > 0 Negative ( - ) toe (toe out)
When the wheels are turned in toward the front of the vehicle, toe is positive (+) (toe in). When the wheels are turned
out toward the front of the vehicle, toe is negative(- ) (toe out). Toe is measured in degrees, from side to side, and
totaled.
[FRONT]
Toe- in(B - A or angle a+b) is adjusted by turning the tie rod turnbuckles. Toe- in on the left front wheel can be reduced
by turning the tie rod toward the rear of the car. Toe- in change is adjusted by turning the tie rods for the right and left
heels simultaneously at the same amount as follows.
Standard value :
Toe- in (B- A) mm (in) : 0 ± 2 (0 ± 0.0787)
a. Toe- in adjustment should be made by turning the right and left tie rods at the same amount.
b. When adjusting toe - in, loosen the outer bellows clip to prevent twisting the bellows.
c. After the adjustment, tighten the tie rod end lock nuts firmly and reinstall the bellows clip.
d. Adjust each toe - in to be the range of ±1mm.
Tie rod(A) Specified torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
70 ~ 80 (7 ~ 8, 50.6 ~ 57.8)
2007 > 2.7L V6 GASOLINE >
AIRBAG DISPOSAL
SPECIAL TOOL REQUIRED
Before scrapping any airbags or side airbags (including those in a whole vehicle to be scrapped), the airbags or side
airbags must be deployed. If the vehicle is still within the warranty period, before deploying the airbags or side airbags,
the Technical Manager must give approval and/or special instruction. Only after the airbags or side airbags have been
deployed (as the result of vehicle collision, for example), can they be scrapped.
If the airbags or side airbags appear intact (not deployed), treat them with extreme caution. Follow this procedure.
DEPLOYING AIRBAGS IN THE VEHICLE
If an SRS equipped vehicle is to be entirely scrapped, its airbags or side airbags should be deployed while still in the
vehicle. The airbags or side airbags should not be considered as salvageable parts and should never be installed in
another vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least three minutes.
2. Confirm that each airbag or side airbag is securely mounted.
3. Confirm that the special tool is functioning properly by following the check procedure.
DRIVER'S AIRBAG :
1.Remove the driver's airbag and install the SST(0957A - 38500).
2. Install the driver's airbag on the steering wheel.
FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG :
1.Remove the glove box, then disconnect the 2P connector between the front passenger's airbag and SRS main
harness.
2. Install the SST(0957A - 3F100).
SIDE AIRBAG :
1.Disconnect the 2P connector between the side airbag and side wire harness.
2. Install the SST (0957A- 3F100).
CURTAIN AIRBAG :
1.Disconnect the 2P connector between the curtain airbag and wire harness.
2. Install the SST(0957A - 38500).
SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER :
1.Disconnect the 2P connector from the seat belt pretensioner.
2. Install the SST(0957A - 38500).
3. Place the deployment tool at least thirty feet (10 meters) away from the airbag.
4. Connect a 12 volt battery to the tool.
5. Push the tool's deployment switch. The airbag should deploy (deployment is both highly audible and visible: a loud
noise and rapid inflation of the bag, followed by slow deflection)
6. Dispose of the complete airbag. No part of it can be reused. Place it in a sturdy plastic bag and seal it securely.
Tire wear and tire over or under inflation will increase the indication error.
[MPH]Velocity(MPH) 10
204060
Tolerance (MPH) +1.3
0 +1.7
0 +2.3
0 +3.0
0
Velocity (MPH) 80
100 120 -
Tolerance (MPH) +4.0
0 +5.0
0 +6.0
0 -
[KPH] Velocity(KPH) 20
406080100
Tolerance (KPH) +2.6
0 +2.9
0 +3.5
0 +4.1
0 +5
Velocity (KPH) 120
140160180220
Tolerance (KPH) +6
0 +7
0 +8
0 +9
0 +11
0
TACHOMETER
1. Connect the scan tool to the diagnostic link connector or install a tachometer.
2. With the engine started, compare the readings of the tester with that of the tachometer. Replace the tachometer if
the tolerance is exceeded.
a.Reversing the connections of the tachometer will damage the transistor and diodes inside.
b. When removing or installing the tachometer, be careful not to drop it or subject it to severe shock.
Revolution (rpm) 1,000
2,0003,0004,000Engine
Tolerance (rpm) ±100
±125±150±150Gasoline
±100 ±125±150±150Diesel