Steering Wheel During Front Alignment
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Locked, in the "straight ahead" position, using a device that latches on to the bottom of the steering wheel's rim, and applies pressure on the seat cushion or car's floor, to create pressure, so the wheel CANNOT move, during the alignment process.......
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Last edited by leadfoot4; Dec 29, 2024 at 11:46 AM.
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Steve O.
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To tell the truth, I didn't see the brake pedal rod in there until you referred to it. However, the purpose is to ensure that after they get the gauges locked in, on the wheels, and roll the car on to the "turn plates", neither the car, nor the steering wheel, move.
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It appears that you're confusing the "alignment machine lock" with the car's internal steering wheel locking mechanism. During the alignment procedure, the ignition key is left in the neutral position, and the steering column lock is not engaged.
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For toe in the engine has to be started, the steering wheel centered, the wheel locked with a tool, engine turned off.
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