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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000MALIBU V6-3.1L VIN JREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
2000 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J
Rear Wheel Alignment
2000 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN JSECTION Rear Wheel Alignment
Rear Wheel Alignment
1. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to install alignment equipment.
2. Prior to checking alignment perform the following actions:
- Jounce the front bumper 3 times
- Jounce the rear bumper 3 times
3. Measure and record the alignment angles. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications for the correct alignment specifications.
4. Check for damaged suspension members if the proper specifications cannot be obtained.
1. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to install alignment equipment.
2. Prior to checking alignment perform the following actions:
- Jounce the front bumper 3 times
- Jounce the rear bumper 3 times
3. Measure and record the alignment angles. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications for the correct alignment specifications.
4. Check for damaged suspension members if the proper specifications cannot be obtained.
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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.