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HOMESERVICE MANUALSEAGLE1992SUMMIT VISTA AWD L4-2350CC 2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT ALIGNMENTPRELIMINARY INSPECTION
1992 Eagle Summit Vista AWD L4-2350cc 2.4L SOHC
Preliminary Inspection
1992 Eagle Summit Vista AWD L4-2350cc 2.4L SOHCSECTION Preliminary Inspection
1. Road test vehicle, noting any abnormal steering or handling characteristics.
2. Inspect each tire to ensure that tires are the proper size, type, and are correctly inflated.
3. Inspect ball joints, suspension arms, bushings and tie rods, and repair or replace any component that is damaged or excessively worn.
4. Ensure wheel run-out is not excessive, and that wheel bearings are properly adjusted.
5. Bounce vehicle several times to settle suspension, by pushing down on bumper and releasing at the bottom of travel.
6. Place vehicle on suitable alignment rack following manufacturer's instructions.
7. Check and correct alignment angles in the following sequence: Rear toe and camber, caster, front camber and front toe.
8. Correct any angle that is not within specifications. If vehicle cannot be adjusted within specifications, check for damaged or worn suspension components and/or damaged or distorted chassis and correct as needed.
2. Inspect each tire to ensure that tires are the proper size, type, and are correctly inflated.
3. Inspect ball joints, suspension arms, bushings and tie rods, and repair or replace any component that is damaged or excessively worn.
4. Ensure wheel run-out is not excessive, and that wheel bearings are properly adjusted.
5. Bounce vehicle several times to settle suspension, by pushing down on bumper and releasing at the bottom of travel.
6. Place vehicle on suitable alignment rack following manufacturer's instructions.
7. Check and correct alignment angles in the following sequence: Rear toe and camber, caster, front camber and front toe.
8. Correct any angle that is not within specifications. If vehicle cannot be adjusted within specifications, check for damaged or worn suspension components and/or damaged or distorted chassis and correct as needed.
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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.