Vibration Theory
The designs and engineering requirements of vehicles have undergone drastic
changes over the last several
years.
Vehicles are stiffer and provide more isolation from road input than
Special Tools
EL-38792-25 Inductive Pickup Timing Light
EL-38792-A Electronic Vibration Analyzer 2 (EVA 2)
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools and Equipment.
The EL-38792-A Elect
Special Tools
CH-51450-NVH Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit (w/NVH)
EL-47966 Multi Diagnostic Interface MDI
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools and Equipment.
The CH-51450-NVH Oscillo
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GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
NOTE: This inspection procedure does not supersede local government
required
inspections that have more stringent requirements.
Turn the ignition key to the ON position with the engine OFF.
Fig. 4:
NOTE: The park brake cable adjusting nut is a nylon lock type. Use
ONLY HAND
TOOLS whenever tightening or loosening the adjusting nut.
Apply and fully release the park brake several times. Verify that the
park brake lever releases completely.
Turn ON the ignition. Verify the red BRAKE warning