Wheel Alignment Procedures: Notes

NOTE: On vehicles with electronic chassis controls, ensure systems are functional before adjusting ride height or wheel alignment.

NOTE: While limited information is available, vehicle manufacturer does not support alignment information using aftermarket alignment equipment. To properly align vehicle, it is recommended to use VAG 1813 alignment computer. All procedures in this article are written using VAG 1813 alignment computer.

When performing wheel alignment procedures, observe following work sequence:

Using appropriate adapters connect VAG 1813 wheel alignment computer or equivalent to vehicle. Alignment is to always include both front and rear axles.
Check wheels for excessive lateral runout or out-of-balance condition. Balance or repair wheels as necessary.
Check front axle camber and even out if necessary.
Check camber at rear axle. Adjust as necessary.
Check rear axle toe. Adjust as necessary.
Check behavior of the toe constant "S" on front axle (toe-in curve) if specified components are replace. See Figure .See TOE CONSTANT "S" (TOE-IN CURVE ADJUSTMENT) .
Check front axle toe with vehicle in initial position. Adjust as necessary.
If suspension adjustments were changed, and vehicle is equipped with Electronic Stability Program (ESP), zeroing of steering angle sensor must be performed. For zero position of steering angle sensor procedure, see FUNCTION 04 - BASIC SETTING in appropriate ANTI-LOCK BRAKES article in BRAKES.