Checking and adjusting the rear wheel alignment (Freelander 1)

Examination

1. Make sure that the tire pressure is correct, and the load is the curb weight of the vehicle.

2. Roll the car forward - backward to relieve stress in the suspension and steering elements.

3. Make sure the wheel alignment equipment is properly calibrated.

4. Check up, whether installation angles of forward wheels correspond to admissible values.

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5. Check up, whether installation angles of back wheels correspond to admissible values.

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Adjustment

1. While holding the adjuster bar on the adjustable wishbone, loosen both lock nuts.

2. Turn the adjusting band to make the adjustment.

TECHNICAL DATA, Steering.

3. While holding the adjusting tie, tighten the lock nuts to 90 Nm.

4. Roll the car forward - backward to relieve stress in the suspension elements.

5. Check installation angles and, if necessary, carry out adjustment work on the other side of the vehicle.