"Based on the books by James F. Duffy and the Goodheart-Willcox Co.".

This video introduces you to the equipment and procedures used when performing an automotive wheel alignment. Relating to cars and trucks, alignment means to position the four tires so that they roll freely and evenly over the road surface. Proper wheel alignment is essential to safety, handling, fuel economy and tire life. This video shows you several types of alignment racks used in most automotive service garages. If you learn the basic steps for doing a wheel alignment, you will be able to quickly learn how to use most types of alignment racks. Inspecting steering and suspension components for defects is also covered in this video. The ability to troubleshoot and repair faulty components is an important qualification for a successful wheel alignment technician. Thjs tape should be used as a primary reference in automotive wheel alignment procedures, and in you future studies in auto mechanics. --guide.