Wheel Alignment Report

[hisakix]

Hi everyone,

I recently had a wheel alignment at a shop recommended by other TM3 members. Everything went smoothly, and a print out was provided, but I was in a hurry so I couldn't stay to ask too many questions. After completing all my errands, I took a closer look at the report and I have a few questions. I have never done a wheel alignment before, but I did do some research about the terms (ex. caster, camber, toe, SAI, etc) so I am familiar with their function. Also, keep in mind this is really just for my own personal curiosity, something new for me to learn!

Quick Facts:
- 2012 Mazda 3 Skyactiv hatchback, 100% stock.

Questions:
1.) Does it matter where the Final values for Caster, Camber, Toe, and SAI/Included Angle are with respect to the Specifications? Is it better to be at the median or is this irrelevant?
2.) What is side-to-side angle? Is it referring to the difference between left and right?
3.) Do Left and Right measurements need to match?

The Alignment Report:


Thank you in advance!

[CloudPump]

1) The final values should fall within the specification range.

2) I must be blind, but I don't see "Side-to-side" angle listed anywhere on that sheet.

3) No.

-Geoff

[genericmoniker]

1) As long as it's within range, you're fine. It's just personal preference as to whether or not you want them in the median or not. Either/or is acceptable.

2) I assume you mean "Total" which is just the values between left/right added together.

3) No. Though, they do normally make an effort to make them close so you don't feel it "pull" to one side or the other.

[hisakix]

Thanks!

[williamso]

Wheel alignment report is a document in which given a proper detail of vehicle wheels with describing a proper angles and these wheel alignment get it service for align a wheels properly with using a best equipment's.

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