Last updated 2016-10-25

Wheel alignment

A list of what is inspected and repaired during a wheel alignment on a vehicle.

What an alignment includes

An alignment includes all of the following:

Part/consideration	What is involved
Sensors	installing four sensors to ensure steering alignment and reference to the rear wheels.
Tires	checking tires for similar tread design, depth, and construction, and checking and adjusting tire air pressure
Suspension components	checking ride height checking and adjusting wheel bearings checking caster, camber and toe-in (front and rear), and adjusting caster, camber and toe-in (front or rear) including minor shifting of front and rear cross-member as necessary)
Steering	centering steering wheel checking steering axis inclination (SAI) included angle set-back, and thrust angle.
Special consideration on collision alignment	due to the concern for safety on a collision alignment, extra time will be taken to check all steering and suspension parts in the area of the impact for damage or wear, and ensure all parts have been correctly installed.

Record keeping

The repair facility must

complete wheel alignment as authorized
retain a claim-specific computerized print-out detailing all measurements, and
submit a copy with the Estimate or Appraisal.

An original invoice is not required.