Wheel alignment, camber and caster
Alignment sets toe, camber and caster back to the maker's figures so the car runs straight, the steering returns to centre and the tyres wear evenly.
Time: About 30 to 45 minutes; longer if a link is seized or a part is worn.
What to expect
- Pressures set first
- Joints checked for play
- Sensors on all four wheels
- Toe, camber and caster adjusted
- Before and after readings shown
Questions drivers ask
How often?
Once a year, when new tyres go on, and after any hard knock. Wear on one edge of a tyre is the sign it is due.
Does it fix a shake?
No. A shake is a balancing problem, or a bent rim. Alignment fixes pulling and uneven wear.