GENERAL
This tool serves to detect chassis clearances in worn out carrier joints, wheel bearings, transverse
control arm rubbers, etc. Fault diagnoses, with the axles loaded as under normal driving conditions,
can be performed on a four-column lifting platform or on the workshop floor. Tests are carried out by
means of visual, auditory and tactile inspections. The tool comes equipped with a 12.5 (1/2) drive
mechanism for use with a sliding T-handle and is 355 mm long. The dimensions of the envelope are
Ø 60 x length 265 mm.
USE
Connect the 12.5 (1/2) sliding T-handle to the
axle clearance tester, an additional 12.5 (1/2)
extension might possibly be needed.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away by
putting on the hand brake.
On testing the front axles, the foot break must be
applied.
Lift the vehicle and position the axle clearance
tester under the wheel, as shown in the
illustration.
Figure 1 shows a simulation of forces occurring
longitudinally, this allows for examining the
longitudinal control arm rubber bushings, etc.
Figure 2 shows a simulation of forces occurring
transversely, this allows for examining the carrier
joints, strut bearings, etc.
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BGS 8633
Wheel
Axle
clearance tester
Wheel
tester