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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1994ASTRO VAN M V6-262 4.3L VIN ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRPRELIMINARY INSPECTION
1994 Chevrolet Astro Van M V6-262 4.3L VIN Z
Preliminary Inspection
1994 Chevrolet Astro Van M V6-262 4.3L VIN ZSECTION Preliminary Inspection
Inspect the following components, adjust, repair or replace as required prior to performing front wheel alignment.
1. Inflate tires to cold specifications.
2. Ensure front tires are of same size, ply rating and load rating.
3. Inspect for excessive wheel bearing endplay.
4. Inspect for worn or damaged spindle ball joints.
5. Inspect steering gear mounting bolts for proper torque.
6. Inspect radius arm for bent or damaged condition.
7. Inspect radius arm to frame bushings for looseness or wear.
8. Inspect for loose or broken shackles.
9. Inspect for distorted or split jounce bumper.
10. Inspect suspension components for wear or damage.
11. Inspect vehicle ride height. Refer to, Specifications/ Mechanical/ Vehicle Ride Height.
12. Ensure vehicle is on level surface when performing alignment procedure.
1. Inflate tires to cold specifications.
2. Ensure front tires are of same size, ply rating and load rating.
3. Inspect for excessive wheel bearing endplay.
4. Inspect for worn or damaged spindle ball joints.
5. Inspect steering gear mounting bolts for proper torque.
6. Inspect radius arm for bent or damaged condition.
7. Inspect radius arm to frame bushings for looseness or wear.
8. Inspect for loose or broken shackles.
9. Inspect for distorted or split jounce bumper.
10. Inspect suspension components for wear or damage.
11. Inspect vehicle ride height. Refer to, Specifications/ Mechanical/ Vehicle Ride Height.
12. Ensure vehicle is on level surface when performing alignment procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.