3850T V11
3850T V11
3850T V11
WinAlign® Alignment
Software
Version 11.1
When is pressed, a pop-up screen appears with the question "What kind of help would
you like?" The choices are:
“Cancel" will close the pop-up and return the screen where "HELP" was
pressed.
"Just-In-Time Training" will open a pop-up screen that can be useful to
train technicians. "Just-In-Time Training" is optional multimedia video
instructions.
"Table of Contents" will open a pop-up screen with the table of contents
of the "Help Manual."
The softkey label for will be "About nnnnnn," and will refer to the topic
or procedure of the screen from where "HELP" was pressed. Pressing
will open the Help Manual directly to the reference section for that
topic.
To select these buttons, click on the button with a light pen or mouse, or press the letter on
the keyboard corresponding to the underlined letter of the button label.
When the Help Topics button is pressed a navigation pane will appear on the left side of the
help window. Three tabs will be available.
The contents of the HELP topic may not fit inside the window. When this occurs, a scroll bar
is provided on the right side of the window.
One of the following methods may be used to scroll through the information:
Click on one of the scroll arrows.
Drag the scroll box to scroll quickly.
Use the cursor arrow keys on the keyboard to scroll up or down.
Use the page up or page down keys on the keyboard.
Click above or below the scroll box in the scroll bar.
Searching Help
Select the "Search" tab to access the Help Search. The Search window will appear left of the
Help window. Type a search word to search the entire Help file. Click on the desired subject
and it will appear in the main help window. The search string typed into the search field will
be highlighted in the Help window.
References
This manual assumes the user is already familiar with the basics of wheel alignment. Italics
are used to refer to specific parts of this manual that provide additional information or
explanation. For example, refer to "Operating the Console." These references should be read
for additional information to the instructions being presented.
CAUTION: Do not turn the power off when the disk drive is operating.
The disk can be damaged.
Other Regions
The PC aligner is intended to operate from a power source that will apply 230 VAC (nominal)
50/60 Hz between the supply conductors of the power cordset. The power supply cordset,
supplied with this equipment, may need modification to allow connection to the power supply
mains. Your Hunter service representative will install the proper plug for your location.
FUSING:
To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse specified for your product.
EQUIPMENT SERVICE:
This equipment contains no user serviceable parts. All repairs must be referred
to a qualified Hunter Service Representative.
PROVISIONS FOR LIFTING AND CARRYING:
No provision has been made for lifting or carrying this equipment. The unit must
be moved by rolling it on its casters.
Atmospherics
TEMPERATURE: +32°F to +122°F (0°C to +50°C)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Up to 95% Non-condensing
ALTITUDE: Up to 6000 ft. (1829 m)
Safety Summary
Explanation of Symbols
These symbols appear on the equipment.
Alternating current.
I ON (supply) condition.
OFF (supply) condition.
Stand-by switch.
TouchRemote®
A free iPod touch and iPhone app is available on iTunes. The app provides display of
steering/caster and WinToe® bargraphs, remote control via "K" keys, display and zooming of
most bargraphs, and display of adjustment illustrations. The app requires a key installed in
the aligner and a wireless network in order to operate. This feature is only supported on
Windows® Vista®.
CodeLink® Printout
A new printout presents the results of the CodeLink procedure. The printout includes the VIN
read from the vehicle, the before and after steering sensor values, DTC's read before and
after the procedure, and whether or not the procedure was successful.
CAUTION: Do not turn off the power while information is being written to
the disk drive. This occurs during console setup and when
specifications are being stored. This can result in corrupt
disk drive files.
The four labels that appear at the bottom of each screen are referred to as the softkey labels.
These labels indicate the action that the program will take when the corresponding , ,
, or key is pressed.
The vertically stacked squares between the "K2" and "K3" labels indicate how many levels of
softkeys are available. The highlighted box indicates the menu level that is currently
displayed.
The softkey level is changed by pressing the menu shift softkey, . When this key is
pressed, the softkey labels will change to the next level down. If the last menu level is
currently displayed, the softkey level will be the first softkey level. To go to the next softkey
level up, press and .
Pressing , or selecting above the softkey levels, or pressing and holding with a
pointing device on the menu level indicator will cause all of the menus available to appear, as
seen below. The green background indicates the active menu level. Pressing again will
cause the menu to return to the original perspective.
The number of softkeys displayed may be reduced to only the number of softkeys needed for
a typical alignment by enabling Reduce Number of Softkeys in Aligner Setup. Refer to
"Aligner Setup."
Throughout this manual, the statement Press "nnnnnnn" indicates the label of the softkey to
press. If the required label is not on the current menu, must be pressed to change menu
levels until the desired label is displayed.
Some softkey labels have a green border highlight around the softkey. Generally, the softkey
with the green border (usually K4) is the appropriate key to press to continue with the
procedure being performed, as seen below.
The VirtualView adjustment feature allows the user to view alignment angles in a 3-D
perspective. This feature provides the user with a detailed view of the angles and their status
in respect to alignment angle specifications and is reinforced with corresponding bar graphs.
VirtualView is available for most measurements and adjustments screens, plus Rolling
Compensation, Caster Steer, and WinToe®.
If the measured angles are within tolerance, the arrows will be in the green. If the measured
angles are marginal, the arrows will be shown in yellow (if half-tolerances are enabled). If the
measured angles are out of specification, the arrows will be shown in red areas. The
arrowhead of the alignment angle will protrude through a 3-D specification bar graph showing
the current angle status.
From the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" screen, you may toggle between
VirtualView with bar graphs, or bar graph-only measurements by pressing "Show Bar
Graphs" from the softkeys. VirtualView is the default "Vehicle Measurements and
Adjustments" setting, however, may be disabled in "Aligner Setup". Refer to “Aligner Set-Up."
VirtualView displays all measured angles of the vehicle on one screen. It is not necessary to
switch screens to view measurements on the front axle or the rear axle. Camber and toe for
both axles, caster for the front axle, and thrust angle are all displayed adjacent to the
appropriate wheel in VirtualView.
The VirtualView image has strategically placed hotspots for navigation around the vehicle on-
screen. The image below exhibits some of the hotspots available. (Not all of these hotspots
are available at once.)
While in any VirtualView displaying bar graphs, click on an individual bar graph to zoom in to
that particular view.
Refer to the image below for a description of all the possible choices.
The VirtualView can be enhanced by adding the road image in relation to the vehicle and
adding a view showing the car body.
Turn the SoundGuide® on or off by single-clicking on the icon . When SoundGuide is off
the icon appears with a red line through it . SoundGuide® can be selected from bar graphs
or icons next to individual angles to turn on SoundGuide for those individual adjustments.
SoundGuide is available from various screens including: WinToe®, Rolling Compensation,
Caster Steer, VirtualView®, and Bar Graphs.
AlignGuide® Training Feature
AlignGuide® Training Feature and information guide is an information center on WinAlign®
Alignment Software. It contains training videos and information on using WinAlign®
Alignment Software, wheel sensor operations, vehicle operations, vehicle troubleshooting,
and alignment adjustment methods.
AlignGuide® Training Feature is available only with the Digital Video option.
Select the appropriate choice and the video, animation, illustration, or Help item will display.
When this screen appears, press "YES" to reset the program or "NO" to continue working.
When the aligner is reset, the information collected for the alignment in progress will be
erased and the display will return to the "Logo" screen.
Turn the wheel (jacking compensation) or roll the vehicle (rolling compensation) to turn the
LEDs from red to green.
Pause as WinAlign® accepts the measurement, then turn wheel again as directed by
indicator. When performing jacking compensation procedure, repeat the compensation
procedure for all four wheels.
Turn the steering wheel to turn the LEDs from red to green.
Pause as WinAlign® accepts measurement, then again turn the steering wheel as directed by
indicator.
CASTER
YES YES
ADJUST
THRUST
YES
/STEER
LED indicators identify the type of alignment values displayed and the location of the
measurements.
The illuminated green triangle to the right of the selection button indicates the
type of alignment measurement shown in the right display.
The illuminated green triangle to the left of the selection button indicates the type
of alignment measurement shown in the left display.
The partially illuminated bar graph next to one wheel or an axle indicates the
location of the displayed alignment values.
The "mm" illuminated indicates values displayed are in metric unit of millimeters.
LED Bar graphs below alignment value displays indicate the difference between the actual
measurements of the vehicle and the recalled specifications.
A red LED indicates the alignment value is out of the specified range. If located
on the left side of the bar graph, a positive alignment adjustment is needed. If
located on the right side of the bar graph, a negative alignment adjustment is
needed.
Green LEDs in the center of the bar graph indicates the alignment value is within
the specified range.
Pressing any of the alignment angle buttons (caster adjust, camber, toe, total toe, or thrust /
steer) will end a measurement mode and return the remote indicator to displaying alignment
angles.
The "live" measurement is shown in the display on the left side. Blinking LEDs in the bar
graph below the display is to signify the value is "live".
If present, the stored measurement is shown in the display on the right side. Steady LEDs in
the bar graph below the display is to signify the value is the stored value.
Along with LED in the corner of each measurement button to identify the active measurement
mode, other LED indicators identify the location of the displayed measurement value and the
presence of a stored value at each possible location.
The partially illuminated bar graph next to the wheel graphics indicates the location of the
displayed values.
For tire temperature, pressure, and tread depth measurements, the tire location
is indicated with the bar graph next a wheel.
For frame angle measurements, the side of the vehicle is indicated with bar
graphs next to two wheels.
The green LED dots located above or below the wheel graphics further indicates the location
of the displayed measurement and also the presence of stored values.
When a tire temperature or tread depth measurement is displayed, the location
on the tire (outside edge, center or interior edge) is indicated by which of the
three dots is flashing.
When a tire pressure measurement is the active mode, the three dots at each
wheel graphic act as one indicator, since each tire only has one pressure
measurement.
When a frame angle measurement is the active mode, the six dots at each side
of the vehicle graphic act as one indicator, since each side only has one angle
measurement.
The presence of stored values at the individual locations is indicated by steady
illumination of the green dot or dots (depending on measurement).
Un-illuminate green dot (or dots) indicates that a value is not stored at these
locations.
NOTE: The remote indicator does not store ride height values. For
ride height operation instructions, refer to "Measuring Ride
Height."
Storing measurement values is done using buttons, the dial and indicators on the remote
indicator in a consistent manor for each type of measurement.
Select the desired measurement button. The blinking LED in the corner identifies the active
measurement mode. (When not active, a solid green LED indicates the presence of a stored
value for the measurement type.)
The flashing green LED dot (or dots) located above and below the wheel graphics indicate
the location of the displayed measurement. (A solid green LED dot indicates the presence of
a stored value for the location.)
Set the "live" measurement in the display on the left side by dialing in the desired value with
the measurement input wheel (or by using the output of a built-in sensor).
Press the wrench button next to the illuminated bar graph to store the value.
Press the wrench button next to a bar graph that is not illuminated to select another tire or
vehicle side.
Refer to the particular instructions for each measurement type.
Use either the remote's thermocouple to measure the temperature or use another
temperature gage to measure and then dial-in the value with the input wheel.
With the "live" measurement on the left side displaying the desired value, press the wrench
button next to the illuminated bar graph to store the value.
The remote indicator will automatically advance to the next measurement location on the tire.
Repeat the measurement entering process until the outboard, center and inboard tire location
have a stored value.
When storage of measurement values for the outboard, center and inboard tire location is
complete for a tire, move to another tire by pressing a wrench button next to a bar graph that
is not illuminated.
Repeat the measurement entering process until a value is stored for every location as
indicated by the illuminated LED dots.
NOTE: WinAlign® 9.0 (or higher) is required for the aligner console
to receive tire and frame angle measurements.
Steady LED in the corner of the summary button identifies the presence of a stored value for
any of the measurement types.
Press the summary button once to transmit the stored values to WinAlign.
The blinking LED in the corner of the summary button indicates the values are being
transmitted.
From the alignment measurements display screen, press the menu shift key, until the "Make
Additional Measurements" softkey is displayed. Press the "Make Additional Measurements"
softkey. Highlight "Ride Height" from the list using the arrow softkeys or mouse. Press "OK"
softkey.
When prompted by the WinAlign® program, begin ride height measurement procedure with
the wheel indicated.
Reference the WinAlign image of the vehicle to determine the appropriate reference points
for the ride height measurements.
Press the ride height button on the remote.
The blinking LED in the corner identifies ride height as the active measurement mode.
With the blinking LED identifying ride height as the active measurement mode, press the ride
height button again to transmit the value to WinAlign.
The distance measured will be displayed within the appropriate field on the WinAlign screen.
The cursor will them move to the next ride height entry field.
Repeat the process to enter all ride height measurements, as prompted by WinAlign.
Prepare the vehicle for alignment as follows. This can be completed while WinAlign® is on
the Logo screen and without pressing “Begin Alignment.”
Drive the vehicle onto the alignment rack, centering the front wheels on the
turnplates.
Apply the vehicle parking brake and place the transmission in neutral.
Position chocks at the front and rear of the left rear tire to keep the vehicle from
rolling.
Place the lift at alignment height.
Check and adjust tire pressure to vehicle manufacturers specification. Inspect for
unevenly worn or mismatched tires.
Inspect the suspension and steering linkage components for wear, looseness, or
damage.
Mount the targets and wheel adaptors on the wheels. Refer to "Mounting
Sensors or Targets onto Wheel Adaptors."
2. When the compensation arrows reappear, roll the vehicle forward to the
original position.
3. Position chocks at the front and rear of the left rear tire to keep the
vehicle from rolling.
After rolling compensation is performed the turnplates and slip plates will unlock
automatically.
WinAlign will ask for the vehicle specifications using the methods last used. No matter what
method was used previously, scanning the VIN is the fastest way to choose the vehicle
specifications.
After specifications are selected the "Caster and SAI Measurement" screen will appear.
Follow the directions on the screen to perform the caster steer measurement.
After the caster steer is performed the "Symptoms Printout," which includes before
measurements, will print automatically.
ExpressAlign® will select the procedures to align the vehicle correctly. Follow the instructions
on the screen to perform the alignment. If more information is needed on a specific
procedure, refer to the proper section of this manual.
Inspect for unevenly worn or mismatched tires and adjust tire pressure to vehicle
manufacturers specification.
Inspect the suspension and steering linkage components for wear, looseness, or
damage.
Start the alignment program by pressing "Begin Alignment" on the Logo screen.
WinAlign will ask for the vehicle specifications using the methods last used. No matter what
method was used previously, scanning the VIN is the fastest way to choose the vehicle
specifications.
When the vehicle is identified to the program, the screen will change to the "Compensation
Control" pop-up screen.
Mount sensors on wheels and compensate them for runout. Refer to "Mounting Sensors or
Targets onto Wheel Adaptors."
After the sensors have been compensated, remove the pins from the turnplates and slip
plates, then lower and jounce the vehicle.
ExpressAlign® will select the procedures to align the vehicle correctly. Follow the instructions
on the screen to perform the alignment. If more information is needed on a specific
procedure, refer to the proper section of this manual.
Verify that the pins are in place in the slip plates and turnplates before driving the vehicle off
the rack.
CAUTION: If the center casting lock knobs are not firmly tightened,
runout compensation and alignment accuracy will be
adversely affected.
If detached, attach the sensor to the wheel adaptor by inserting the sensor mounting shaft (at
the rear of the sensor) into the sensor mounting hole in the middle of the center casting.
NOTE: The sensor shaft must be fully inserted into the sensor shaft
mounting hole.
When the sensor is mounted, the sensor locking lever should be rotated using firm hand
pressure. Tools should not be used to force the locking lever.
The lever in the 9 o'clock position eliminates possible contact with upper casting or sensor
during alignments.
To loosen, turn lever from 9 to 3 o'clock To lock, turn lever from 3 to 9 o'clock
To lock the sensor or target, tighten the lock by turning the lever clockwise to 9 o'clock
position.
Test the security of the installation by lightly tugging on the wheel adaptor.
CAUTION: Do not allow the rim studs to slip on the wheel. Runout
compensation and alignment accuracy will be adversely
affected if the wheel adaptor is allowed to slip on the wheel.
CAUTION: Do not use rim studs on alloy or clear coat wheels. Rim
studs can damage these wheels.
CAUTION: Do not allow the rim studs to slip on the wheel. Runout
compensation and alignment accuracy will be adversely
affected if the wheel adaptor is allowed to slip on the wheel.
Select any one of the sensors for compensation. The starting position of the wheel adaptor
does not matter. The green LED will be lit.
Snug down the sensor lock knob.
Rotate the wheel until the sensor is level (as indicated by the level on top of the sensor).
Press the compensate button. Do not disturb sensor until the red LED begins to blink and the
green LED turns off, indicating that the measurements have been stored.
Loosen the sensor lock knob.
Rotate the wheel 120 degrees until the green LED comes on. Snug down the sensor lock
knob and rotate the wheel to level the sensor.
With the green LED on, press the compensate button. Do not disturb the sensor until the red
LED begins to blink faster and the green LED turns off to indicate that the measurements
have been stored.
Loosen the sensor lock knob.
Rotate the wheel 120 degrees more until the green LED comes on. Snug down the sensor
lock knob and rotate the wheel to level the sensor.
With the green LED on, press the compensate button. Do not disturb the sensor. Wait for
sensor to save measurement. The red LED and the green LED will stay on.
Loosen the sensor lock knob.
The sensor is now compensated. Repeat this procedure for the remaining sensor(s).
Remove the lock pins from the turning angle gauges and rear slip plates.
Apply the parking brake and place the transmission in park.
Lower the vehicle onto the turning angle gauges.
Jounce the vehicle.
3-Point compensation is complete. The green LED and red LED on each sensor will be lit.
After 3-point compensation, the wheel may be rotated to any position without affecting the
alignment measurements.
Continue the alignment procedure.
NOTE: To compensate the sensors, both the front and rear sensor
on that side of the vehicle must be mounted and the
longitudinal toe beam must not be obstructed. If two sensors
(on the same side of the vehicle only) are to be
compensated at the same time, the wheels should be
rotated at the same time. Do not rotate one wheel while the
measurements are being saved at the other. The preferred
method is to compensate the sensors separately.
Remove the lock pins from the turning angle gauges and rear slip plates.
Apply the vehicle parking brake and place the transmission in park.
Lower the vehicle onto the turning angle gauges.
Jounce the vehicle.
2-Point compensation is complete. The green LED and red LED on each sensor will be on.
Continue the alignment procedure.
From the "Compensation Control" pop-up screen, press "Use Rolling Compensation". The
"Rolling Compensation" pop-up screen will appear.
The screen instructs you to roll the vehicle forward so the wheels rotate 180 degrees. Vertical
bar graphs show when this is correct. Unlock the sensors and roll the vehicle forward until the
arrows are in the null position.
The screen instructs you to roll the vehicle forward so the wheels rotate 180 degrees. Vertical
bar graphs show when this is correct. Unlock the sensors and roll the vehicle forward until the
arrows are in the null position.
Level and lock the sensors. The green LED must be on at each sensor.
Press and release the compensate switch on any ONE sensor. When the sensors are all
stable, the measurements will be saved.
The "Rolling Compensation" pop-up screen will close.
Do not allow the front wheels to change their "steering" direction as the vehicle is rolled.
Do not perform the procedure on a bumpy or uneven surface.
Do not perform the procedure on a vehicle that has uneven or out-of-round tires.
Do not push or pull the vehicle by the tires or wheels during the procedure.
Push the vehicle only forward during the procedure. Do not push the vehicle forward, then
backward.
Do not use the brakes during the procedure.
Rolling Compensation
The default setting for Camera Based compensation is "Rolling Compensation using the
Virtual View". With this setting the compensation screen will automatically proceed to Rolling
Compensation. If Jacking Compensation has been changed to the default setting from the
"Compensation Control" pop-up screen, press "Use Rolling Compensation". The "Rolling
Compensation" pop-up screen will appear. Rolling compensation can be performed in
VirtualView®, or using traditional bar graphs.
Place wheel chocks that limit rearward motion approximately 15 inches behind rear wheel(s).
Steer ahead.
Mount the targets and wheel adaptors on the wheels. Refer to "Mounting Sensors or Targets
Onto Wheel Adaptors.
NOTE: Once the targets are leveled (for compensation), they should
not be re-leveled at any time during the alignment. If the
target is removed from the wheel or adaptor during the
alignment, it must be re-leveled and recompensated, using
jacking compensation.
Stop rearward movement of the vehicle. The bar graph (arrow) will disappear for a moment.
If a remote indicator is used, indicators for all four wheels will be flashing, indicating to roll
forward.
When all four targets have been compensated, apply the vehicle parking brake and place the
transmission in park, if applicable. On standard transmission vehicles, the transmission
should be placed in neutral.
Position chocks at the front and rear of the left rear tire to keep the vehicle from rolling.
If not already done, block the wheels, then remove the pins from the turnplates and slip
plates.
Remove or rotate the turnplate bridges so they are wider than tall.
Adjust Total Toe and press "Restart Procedure" OR press "Use Jacking
Compensation".
Jacking Compensation
When using Jacking Compensation, targets may be compensated in any order; however,
these precautions must be followed:
If a target is removed from a wheel, that target must be re-compensated when re-
installed. The other targets do not need re-compensation.
When compensating targets that are mounted to the vehicle drive wheels, place
the transmission in NEUTRAL.
The lift rack should be level on the leveling legs (if present).
It is not necessary for all targets to be mounted before starting compensation. The targets
may be mounted and compensated individually, or compensation may be performed on one,
two, three, or all four targets at once.
Raise the axle requiring compensation while remembering to use the safety on all jacks.
Mount the targets and wheel adaptors on the wheels. Refer to the section "Mounting
Targets." After the target is mounted, press "Ready".
Rotate the wheel being compensated toward the rear of the vehicle (as if the vehicle were
moving rearward).
When the bar graph that corresponds to the wheel being compensated turns green, stop
rotating the wheel. The bar graph will disappear for a moment.
When the bar graph reappears, rotate the wheel toward the front of the vehicle (as if the
vehicle were moving forward) until the bar graph turns green again. If compensation was
completed properly, the bar graph will disappear.
The target is now compensated. Repeat this procedure for any remaining target(s).
Remove the lock pins from the turnplates and slip plates.
Apply the parking brake and place the transmission in park, if applicable.
Lower the vehicle onto the turnplates and rear slip plates.
Jounce the vehicle.
Jacking compensation is complete.
This primary screen is displayed by pressing "Vehicle Specifications" on any other primary
screen. To change to one of the other primary screens, change to the second row of softkey
labels, and press the appropriate softkey.
The "Vehicle Specifications" primary screen is used for the following purposes:
Viewing the identification of the vehicle.
Viewing the specifications of the vehicle.
Manually entering the specifications of the vehicle.
You may select "Show Primary Specifications" or "Show Secondary Specifications" from the
"Vehicle Specifications" primary screen. "Secondary Specifications" displays both the front
and rear axle. "Secondary Specifications" can be accessed from any primary screen where
the "Show Vehicle Specifications" softkey is available.
The "Quick List" is not erased, but each new vehicle entry overwrites an older entry.
Press or to highlight the vehicle model. Press "OK". Continue in this manner
until the vehicle is completely identified. When the vehicle is identified, the specifications will
be recalled and the screen will change to the "Vehicle Specifications" primary screen.
At any point in the selection sequence, you can type in the desired selection using the
keyboard. For example, when selecting the vehicle manufacturer, you can select "Chrysler"
as follows:
Type "C"; the selection changes to Cadillac.
Type "H"; the selection changes to Chevrolet.
Type "R"; the selection changes to Chrysler.
The more letters typed the more accurate the selection. This is also valid within the vehicle
make selection.
To recall vehicle specifications using the VIN, press "Recall by VIN#..." on the first "Vehicle
Specifications" pop-up screen. The "Recall Specifications By VIN pop-up" will appear.
Enter the seventeen-digit VIN using the keyboard, and then press or "OK".
Some VIN (numbers) may not contain enough information to completely describe a vehicle. If
more than one vehicle is found, a list of vehicles will be displayed. The correct vehicle must
be selected by highlighting the correct item and pressing "OK".
If the aligner software finds the VIN to be invalid, a screen with an error message will appear.
Press or "OK" and edit the VIN.
The VIN entered may have been misread when recorded from the vehicle or improperly
entered. Verify the VIN and type again if an error was found.
If the message "Vehicle Not Found" appears on the screen, the program is unable to identify
the required specifications according to the VIN that has been entered. If this occurs, the
aligner will return to the "Recall Specification" display and the user will need to manually
select the vehicle identification.
When "Select Next Value" or "Enter" is pressed, the value is entered and the cursor
advances to the next entry field.
CAUTION: Values are not entered until "Select Next Value" or "Enter" is
pressed.
Specifications and tolerances may be changed at any time during the alignment by pressing
Vehicle Specifications and advancing the cursor to the position for the new value to be
entered.
specification tolerance
Left camber 0.50° ± 0.25°
These are called symmetrical specifications because the tolerance range extremes are equal
distance from the preferred specification. This permits a ± value to be used as a tolerance
and does not require two placeholders for tolerances. Symmetrical specifications are most
common.
Non-symmetrical specifications use an unequal ± tolerance such as:
The tolerance values require two placeholders on the specification screen because the
tolerance extremes are unequal distances from the preferred specification.
If the format is asymmetric and the "+ tolerance" is not equal to the "- tolerance" for at least
one tolerance pair, then the screen cannot be changed to symmetric format. Attempting to do
so will generate an error message.
Reducing Tolerances
Tolerances that are too large may allow a less than desirable alignment while tolerances that
are too small may make adjustments difficult.
Pressing "Reduce Tolerances" will reduce the specification tolerances to the following:
front and rear camber tolerance to ± 0.25° (1/4°),
front caster tolerance to ± 0.50° (1/2°),
front and rear total toe tolerance to ± 0.06" (1/16", 0.13° or 1.5 mm depending
upon toe units selected).
The actual angle specification will not be altered and only tolerances greater than these will
be reduced.
Use the keyboard to type and/or edit the note as desired. Pressing "Cancel" will close the
pop-up screen without altering the note. Pressing "OK" will store the note in the specification
memory with the vehicle.
Type in the identification of the vehicle. This is the name of the vehicle that will appear on the
"Specification Recall" pop-up screen, and at the top of the "Vehicle Specifications" primary
screen.
Press "Next Field" or "Tab", and the cursor will move to the "Spec Note" field. Type in any
desired notes concerning the vehicle, such as Technical Service Bulletin information.
Press "OK". If the specifications were not derived from a factory specification, they will be
immediately stored in the user specification memory. If they were derived from a factory
specification, the "Specification Location" pop-up screen will appear. Now you must decide
where to store the specification.
Press "Store In User Specs" or "Store In Factory Specs" to specify the memory where the
new specification will be stored.
When saving to User specifications, if the specification ID is already used in the memory, a
screen will appear stating "A specification with this ID is already in the database. Do you want
to replace it?" Pressing "OK" or "Enter" will replace the specification.
When saving to "Factory" specifications, if the specification ID is already used in the
database, the specification will be saved as an AMENDMENT to the factory specification
already in memory.
For recalling User Specifications, refer to "Selecting User Specifications."
The initial time the user name and password are entered specific user information must be
logged for identification. This information can be updated at any time by selecting "Edit User
Information" from the Manufacturer or Model selection screens. The WebSpecs username
and password card should be kept in a safe and convenient place.
The "WebSpecs Registration" screen will open. Fill out the information and select "OK" on the
"WebSpecs" screen, not the "OK" softkey. This screen will not need to be filled in again, and
will not show unless it is to be edited.
Navigate the "WebSpecs" screens in WinAlign by using the softkeys displayed below. "Back"
returns to the previous screen, "Forward" goes to the next screen in sequence and "Home"
returns to the "WebSpecs Vehicle Manufacturer" screen. "OK" returns to the WinAlign
program.
The "Print" and "Refresh" softkeys in the second level of softkeys will print or refresh the
screen displayed. The "HunterUser.com" softkey will take the user directly to the Hunter
Engineering website.
At the bottom of each manufacturer or vehicle screen are links to "Logoff" to end the
WebSpecs session, Edit User Information screen to change or update user information, and I
need a spec that is not listed to have the spec information directly emailed to the users shop.
The user can go to the Hunter homepage by selecting the Hunter logo at the bottom of the
screen.
Select a manufacturer. A list of vehicles by that manufacturer will appear.
This screen allows the user to view adjustment and inspection illustrations in photograph or
diagram form. Each thumbnail can be selected to view the larger image. The image size can
be adjusted using the "Zoom Out" and "Zoom In" buttons.
The screen offers the same zoom features as stated with the adjustment illustrations and
adds the option of different text color choices for optimum visibility. Each part is marked with
a square, and is labeled on the right side of the screen. The part can be highlighted by
clicking on the part on the screen, or by selecting the label on the right side.
To view a different set of inspection parts, select a new image on the left side of the screen.
Scroll down for more images.
Enter the user name and password and select the "Logon" softkey.
All functions of the website are identical to the functions when used within the WinAlign
software program except that specs cannot be viewed. The "Recall" buttons have been
replaced with a floppy disk icon.
Downloading WebSpecs
Floppy Disk
If the floppy disk icon is selected, the specs for that specific vehicle will be downloaded onto
the computer for installation on a 611/811/WA Series Aligner with WinAlign® 6.1 and above
and a valid WebSpecs.NET® key. The following screen will appear.
This location will need to be changed for computers without floppy drives or if the desired
location is on the PCs hard drive, or to another removable media source, such as a USB
drive.
Enter the correct location to save the WebSpecs file and click on "Change Directory".
Use the browsers "Back" button to navigate to the download screen and click the browsers
"Refresh" button. You will now see the new download directory.
After download is complete, the selected specs are ready for installation from the media to
the aligner.
Specs for multiple vehicles can be downloaded to a single floppy disk. When uploading, all
files will be stored in the Saved WebSpecs database.
If downloading from a location other than the floppy drive, such as a USB Flash Drive, select
"Set WebSpecs Search Location". Enter the correct drive and/or folder name and select
"OK".
Select and change the units and formats for the various alignment displays from the following
pop-up screen. Both the "Current" and "New" settings are shown as example measurements.
Press or to highlight the desired units, then press "OK". The screen
changes to show the formats available for the selected units for the display format.
Press or to highlight the desired units, then press "OK". If the selected
format is fractional, a third selection must be made, to select whether the fractions should be
reduced. When the final choice is made, the pop-up screen closes and the display returns to
the "Alignment Measurement Units and Formats Setup" pop-up screen. The new example for
the display format shows the selection just made.
Press or to highlight another display format and continue to set up the units
and formats.
If the change(s) should be applied only to the current vehicle, press "Apply New Settings".
If the change(s) should be applied to the entire factory database each time the system is
powered up, press "Set As Default".
Press "Exit" to return to the "Vehicle Specifications" screen.
If you wish, type in a note to appear on the printout. Press "Print Specifications" to print the
vehicle specifications.
TPMSpecs™
TPMSpecs™ is a feature new to WinAlign 11 that provides easy access to TPMS information
specific to the vehicle being aligned.
When TPMS information is available for the vehicle being aligned this icon, , appears to
the right of the vehicle description at the top of the screen.
Select the specific vehicle being aligned and detailed instructions will appear.
Select the make and model on the following screens. Detailed TPMS information about the
selected vehicle will be shown.
Target Blockage
The Plan View Sensor Status Indicator displays a live image of target status. If a target image
is blocked the Plan View will display the following image indicating which target image is
blocked.
Select "View Targets" to display a live video camera image of all four targets. The thumbtack
image in the upper left hand corner of the pop-up keeps the window visible.
Each target can be selected to zoom the image to identify viewing errors. Simple errors could
be caused by a physical interference, or a dirty target, or possibly a target rotated out of
viewing range.
The following icons can appear overlaying the line of sight from one sensor to another:
Transverse toe beam is blocked.
Select the "Start Spoiler Mode" button on the screen to continue with the alignment
procedure.
Once "Spoiler Mode" is activated, the "Plan View" grays-out the blocked toe transducers and
removes the toe line between the sensors.
Showing Measurements
For "Geometric Centerline" the measurements for alignment, front camber, toe, and total toe
will be shown.
For "Thrust Line" or "Total 4-Wheel" alignment, camber, toe, and total toe for the front will be
displayed as well as rear camber, toe, total toe, and thrust angle.
A red "X" next to the sensor having difficulty indicates a blocked optical path or other
communication problem.
The "Cross Camber" and "Cross Caster" values represent the difference between the left and
right measurements on the same axle.
The alignment measurements are displayed using the default unit of measure (degrees,
inches, etc.) unless you have changed them.
Alignment measurements for CAMBER, CASTER, SAI, SET BACK, and THRUST ANGLE
are generally displayed in degrees. TOE is generally displayed in either degrees or inches.
Pre-alignment measurements can be saved to be printed on the summary after the alignment
is complete. This feature supplies the ability to compare the measurements before and after
the alignment. Pressing "Save Before Measurements" will store these measurements.
Acceptable
Adjustment
(within
tolerance)
Preferred
Adjustment
If no 3-D bar graph is shown in VirtualView or the standard bar graph color is gray:
Either "no specification", a "zero tolerance", or "no tolerance" is entered for that angle.
OR
The sensors are experiencing some problem that prevents measurements, such as: the
sensor is unplugged, uncompensated, or the toe beam is blocked.
To view an alternative group or single bar graph, press "Show Next Bar Graphs". Repeat to
view the next bar graph group. When all enabled bar graphs have been viewed, the first
enabled bar group will appear when "Show Next Bar Graphs" is pressed.
To view a single bar graph select the desired bar graph with a light pen or mouse. The
system will zoom in on the selected bar graph and all other bar graphs will be removed from
the screen.
Like the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" screen, cross camber and caster can now
be displayed on the adjustment bar graph screen using the context sensitive menu.
Front Axle Bar Graphs Groups, Rear Axle Bar Graphs Groups, and Cross Bar
Graph/Additional Cross Angles may be setup in aligner setup.
To select the desired item, continue moving the cursor until the desired item is highlighted.
Click on the highlighted item and the selected pop-up screen will appear.
Zero Adjustments
The "Zero Adjust" screen shows the amount and direction (±) the actual measurement is from
the preferred specification. Adjusting an angle to zero on this display will cause the actual
angle measurement to be exactly equal to the preferred specifications as established by the
alignment specifications.
A red bar graph indicates the adjustment is out of tolerance. Green indicates the adjustment
is within tolerance. The number 0 indicates the measured angle equals the specification.
NOTE: This procedure is not useful for installing shims, wedges, etc.
when the adjustment requires the removal of the sensor and
wheel assembly.
After the selected axle is raised, press "Ready". The program will compensate for the
difference in sensor readings caused by raising the wheels and return to the "Vehicle
Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen.
Refer to following page for detailed explanation of the on-screen instructions regarding
Wheel-Off Adaptor installation. After completing the on-screen instructions, press "Ready".
With the front or rear axle raised and supported, remove the target (or conventional sensor),
wheel adaptor and wheel.
Test the security of the installation by lightly tugging on the Wheel-Off Adaptor.
Remove the 3/8-16 X .63 socket head cap screw securing the foot to the hub.
Remove the hub and set aside.
Place the magnet assembly, 60-31-1, on the foot, aligning the two smaller holes to the split
pins.
Place the previously removed hub onto the assembled magnet assembly and foot, aligning
the two smaller holes to the split pins.
Re -install the 3/8-16 X .63 socket head cap screw, securing the magnet assembly and foot
to the hub.
Repeat magnet installation to second Wheel-Off Adaptor.
Lock the brakes with the brake petal depressor.
With the front or rear axle raised and supported, remove the target (or conventional senor),
wheel adaptor and wheel.
Secure the brake rotor to the hub with at least two lug nuts.
Test the security of the installation by lightly tugging on the Wheel-Off Adaptor.
CAUTION: DO NOT adjust toe with the axle raised. Notice the Axle
jacked up reminder at the top of the screen.
WinAlign® detects the removal of the target (or sensor) from the raised axle and
automatically starts the axle lowering procedure. Remove the target (or sensor) and the Axle
Jacking Procedure screen will appear.
OR
Initiate the axle jacking procedure by pressing "Lower Selected Axle" on the Vehicle
Measurements and Adjustments screen. The Axle Jacking Procedure screen will appear.
Follow the on-screen instruction to remove the target (or sensor) and Wheel-Off Adaptors
and then re-install the wheels, wheel adaptors, and target (or sensor). Press "Ready".
Follow on-screen instruction to compensate the re-installed targets (or sensors) and then
press "Continue".
Follow on-screen instruction to lower the axle and then press "Ready".
The screen will return to the Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments screen.
NOTE: Notice that the axle jacked up note is no longer at the top of
the screen.
Make the necessary additional alignment adjustments while observing the bar graphs on the
Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments screen.
For printouts, highlight the steering wheel level status. This message will be displayed on
printouts.
Press "Ready". The program will save the before measurements and the screen will return to
the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen.
To save current measurements as before measurements, refer to "Saving Current
Measurements as Before Measurements."
Press "OK". The "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen will
appear. The bar graphs will display the current measurements.
CAUTION: If the before measurements are not saved, the bar graphs
will become gray.
Level II is designed to present the optimal alignment procedure while still showing the user
what tools and kits are necessary to complete the job.
Level III provides the optimal alignment procedure for the experienced technician.
On the ExpressAlign screen, press the icon on the procedure bar that corresponds to the
step to be completed. During the procedure, continue to press the next icon on the procedure
bar in order to progress through the procedure. As you go through the procedure, the current
step will be highlighted on the procedure bar.
An icon will be displayed in the ExpressAlign pop-up screen for each suggested procedure.
The procedure created by ExpressAlign will be displayed in the vertical procedure bar on the
right side of the screen.
Procedures displayed with yellow text in the ExpressAlign pop-up screen refer to adjustments
that must be made for the specified vehicle. Procedures displayed with black text are for
measurement verification or to provide assistance during the alignment.
Selecting "Use Half Tolerance" from the softkey panel of the ExpressAlign pop-up screen will
reduce the specification tolerance to half of the original equipment manufacturers
recommended tolerance.
If one side of the vehicle is within specification, ExpressAlign will allow the side that is out of
specifications to be adjusted with the One-Sided Adjustments procedure. If you complete the
alignment and an angle has not been adjusted to within specifications, ExpressAlign will allow
you to select "Cancel", "Cannot Adjust to Specifications" or "Check With ExpressAlign".
Selecting "Cancel" will return you to the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary
screen.
Selecting "Cannot Adjust to Specification" will allow you to proceed with the angle not
adjusted in ExpressAlign.
Selecting "Check With ExpressAlign" will create a new ExpressAlign procedure and return
you to the "ExpressAlign" pop-up screen.
If a measurement displays in gray with no value shown and an error message is on the
vehicle graphic, something is wrong with the sensor at the wheel indicated. The sensor may
be disconnected, or an optical line of sight to another sensor may be blocked. When the error
is corrected, the error message will disappear and the bar graph will return to normal. Refer
to "Sensor Troubleshooting."
Selecting the Procedure
Press "Alignment Procedure", the "Control Alignment Procedure" pop-up screen will appear.
Horizontal bar graphs are used to indicate wheel position or angle position in relation to the
preferred position or specification. The center of each bar graph represents the preferred
position of the wheel(s) or angle.
The caster measurement display uses graphics and horizontal bar graphs to guide the
steering of the wheels through the caster turn.
A wheel position indicator (either an "X" or an arrow) is positioned within the bar graph and
shows the position of the wheel(s). The wheel position indicator will be left of center if the
front wheels are steered too far to the left, right of center if the front wheels are too far to the
right, or in the center valley of the bar graph if the front wheels are steered correctly (null
position).
An "X" on a red bar graph indicates the wheels are steered beyond the range of
measurement. Steer the wheels in the direction necessary to move the "X" toward the center
of the bar graph. The "X" will change to an arrow when the wheel comes into range of the bar
graph.
As the wheels are steered in the proper direction, the arrow will move toward the center. As
the wheel approaches the acceptable tolerance, the center area will get larger. When the
wheel is within tolerance, the bar graph will change to green.
When the wheel is in the proper position, the arrow will be over the thinnest section of the bar
graph. The aligner will save the measurements and the bar graph will disappear.
NOTE: This selection will not change the aligner default setting.
When the aligner is reset, the default settings will be applied.
Observing the bar graph or VirtualView display, steer the wheels to the right until either wheel
position indicator is within the center valley of its bar graph. Hold the steering wheel steady.
The measurements will be saved and that bar graph will disappear.
Continue to steer the wheels as indicated until the remaining wheel position indicator is within
the center valley of its bar graph. Hold the steering wheel steady until that bar graph
disappears.
A single bar graph will appear.
Steer the wheels straight ahead until wheel position indicator is within the center valley of the
bar graph. Install the brake pedal depressor and level and lock the sensors.
Press "Ready" and the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen will
reappear.
If "Set steering wheel status when measurements are saved" is disabled from Aligner Setup,
and all measurements are stable, and the vehicle is steered straight ahead, then the "Save
Before Alignment Measurements" pop-up screen will be continued through. The screen will
briefly appear and the settings will be automatically saved if everything is stable.
Make sure the vehicle is in the correct condition to save the before measurements. Jounce
the vehicle, then steer the wheels straight ahead until the bar graph indicates a null position.
For printouts, highlight the steering wheel level status. This message will be displayed on
printouts. In ExpressAlign® it is necessary to steer ahead prior to saving the current status.
Press "Ready". When the measurements are stable, the program will save them for
ExpressAlign, Work Management printout.
The system will save the measurements and the screen will return to the "Vehicle
Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen if ExpressAlign is not enabled.
Measuring SAI and Included Angle
Press "Measure Caster" on the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen.
The "Caster and SAI Measurement" pop-up screen will appear.
If measuring SAI/I.A. Only is not the default:
Press "Select Measurement", the "Caster Measurement Selection" pop-up
screen will appear.
Press "OK" to select the measurement. The "Caster and SAI Measurement" pop-
up screen will appear.
NOTE: This selection will not change the aligner default setting.
When the aligner is reset the default settings will be applied.
Press "Ready".
Perform the SAI turn while observing the bar graphs in the same manner as the caster turn.
Refer to "Measuring Caster," below. When SAI measurements are completed, the screen will
change to the Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments primary screen with the SAI and I.A.
measurements shown.
Lower the vehicle.
Press "OK" to select the measurement. The "Caster and SAI Measurement" pop-
up screen will appear.
NOTE: This selection will not change the aligner default setting.
When the aligner is reset, the default settings will be applied.
Observing the bar graph display, steer the wheels to the right until the wheel position
indicator is within the center valley of its bar graph. Hold the steering wheel steady until the
bar graph disappears.
A single bar graph will appear.
Steer the wheels straight ahead until wheel position indicator is within the center valley of the
bar graph.
When the caster and SAI measurements are completed, the screen will change to the
"Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen with the caster, SAI, and included
angle measurements shown.
Live Caster
If "Verify Caster Adjustment" is not selected in Common Alignment Preferences then the
"Verify Caster Adjustment" step is not added to any alignment procedure. Therefore, live
caster (Caster Adjust) is the caster measurement that is shown on all printouts under the
label of "Caster".
To set up Verify Caster Adjustment, refer to "Aligner Set-Up."
Enter the "Left Frame Angle" and then enter the "Right Frame Angle". Then select "OK".
Frame Angle can also be accessed by pressing "Make Additional Measurements" on the
"Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen. The "Additional Angles
Measurement" pop-up screen will appear.
The DSP200/DSP250 and DSP306/308 sensors will take accurate ride height measurements
using the Ride Height (RH) tool.
The manufacturer may vary ride height specifications based on suspension and tire options.
Those vehicles will have an additional identification screen listing the suspensions or tire
options.
Press or to highlight the model variation that applies to the vehicle being
measured. The "Ride Height" pop-up screen will appear with the specification. If the model
variation is tire size, then select the tire size that is the original equipment of the vehicle.
NOTE: Lower and jounce the vehicle before measuring Ride Height.
NOTE: Failure to fully seat the shoulder on the sensor will cause
inaccurate RH measurements.
Raise the Ride Height tool until the horizontal arm touches the underside of the wheel arch
above the center of the wheel.
Hold the Ride Height tool in position until the console beeps.
The program will display the measurement next to the wheel. The center of the
corresponding tire on the screen will turn green if the measurement is within specifications or
red if out of specifications. It will turn blue if the specification is not available.
Remove the Ride Height tool and repeat this procedure with the other sensors.
NOTE: Do not jerk the Ride Height tool out of the sensor. This could
cause the internal gear to spin resulting in an inaccurate
reading.
When the ride height of all the wheels has been measured, press "OK" to save the
measurements for printout on the alignment summary.
Ride Height can be re-measured at any time while on the ride height screen. Simply re-insert
the ride height tool in the desired sensor until the shoulder contacts the sensor, and then
raise the Ride Height tool until the horizontal arm touches the underside of the wheel arch.
In cases where the Ride Height tool is too long or too short, manually enter the
measurements from the keyboard.
Vertical bar graphs and an illustration of a tire are used to indicate vehicle height in relation to
the specification. The center of the bar graph represents the specification.
The large numerical values on the outside of the bar graphs represent the actual
measurement. The ideal or preferred adjustment would find the indicator arrow next to the
white line of the center bar and the numeric value reading the preferred specification for the
vehicle.
Refer to Form 5134T, Operation Instructions for Ride Height Remote Kit 20-1885-1, for
detailed operation information.
When prompted by WinAlign® program, begin ride height measurement procedure with the
wheel indicated.
Reference the manufactures specifications of the vehicle to determine the appropriate
reference points for the ride height measurements.
Press the measurement button once for automatic measurement mode or twice for manual
measurement mode.
NOTE: Locate the cable pointer directly under or above the second
reference point. Any excess cable pulled from the ride height
remote to reach the second reference point will result in
larger than actual measurement value.
Place the ride height remote at one of the reference points, using the foot or tool tip located
on the bottom of the ride height remote in one of the following manners:
With the ride height remote turned with the transmitter down, place the end of tool tip against
the reference point (alternate method).
Pull the cable straight from the ride height remote to place the tip of cable pointer to the
reference point.
To measure to center of wheel, match the notch in cable pointer to the central pin on the
wheel clamp or tire clamp assembly. Refer to Form 5134T, Operation Instructions for Ride
Height Remote Kit 20-1885-1.
NOTE: Pulling the pointer from the ride height remote again or
pressing the measurement button will cause the
measurement to be reset to zero.
Point the ride height remote's transmitter toward the cabinets receiver and press the transmit
button. The transmit LED flashes red to indicate that the ride height remote is transmitting the
ride height measurement.
The distance measured will be displayed within the appropriate field on the WinAlign screen.
The cursor will them move to the next ride height entry field.
Repeat process to enter all ride height measurements, as prompt by WinAlign program.
WinAlign® will display an alert if the target is placed incorrectly. Follow the on-screen
directions to correct.
Repeat for each wheel.
VirtualView® Live Ride Height
VirtualView Live Ride Height displays a live reading of the height difference between the
fender well and the spindle. This can be very helpful when adjusting vehicles with torsion bar,
air ride or other adjustable ride height suspension.
Certain vehicles that require ride height measurements will include this feature within the
alignment procedure and will display automatically. If ride height is not automatically part of
the alignment procedure, select "VirtualView Live Ride Height" from the "Additional
Measurements" menu.
As soon as the targets are detected by the cameras the values will be graphically displayed.
Select "Next Position" to rotate vehicle image.
The VirtualView ride height image can be customized selecting different options as shown
from the expanded softkeys below. All highlighted keys represent displayed items.
Remove the ride height targets when measurements and adjustments are complete.
Live Ride Height measurements may be used with VirtualView® or in bar graph form. If not
using Virtual View Live Ride Height, use the following instructions to measure ride height with
the Live Ride Height bar graph screen as shown below.
If the "Live Ride Height" screen does not appear automatically as part of the alignment
procedure, select "Make Additional Measurements" from the "Vehicle Measurements and
Adjustments" screen.
NOTE: The bar graphs will remain gray unless the selected vehicle
has specifications for spindle-to-fender measurements.
NOTE: The bar graphs will remain gray unless the selected vehicle
has specifications for spindle-to-fender measurements.
Remove the ride height targets when measurements and adjustments are complete.
Basic instructions are available under "2.6 Illustrating Vehicle Adjustments." For specific
detailed instructions on the operation of the Romess Inclinometer, please refer to the
documentation included with the tool from the manufacturer.
To display the recommended specifications on the bar graphs, press "Show Specs". If the
specifications are displayed, press "Hide Specs" to remove them from the screen.
A positive arrow position on the graph represents a greater amount of ride height on the left
side of the vehicle, a negative arrow position represents a greater value on the right side of
the vehicle.
There is a "Default Cross Height Spec" softkey that allows entry or deletion of the user-
defined specification. The user may define a default cross ride height specification to be
applied to all cars for which there is no manufacturer's ride height specification.
Select "Default Cross Height Spec". A dialog box will open. Enter the default cross ride height
spec and press "OK".
The screen will remain on the individual wheel for about ten seconds, and then it will display
all four wheels.
To disable the zoom, press "Disable Zoom".
NOTE: The screen will not zoom if the keyboard is being used to
enter the measurements.
"Hide Specs" will hide the tolerances in the bargraphs that were set using the last row of
softkeys. "Hide Specs" will change to "Show Specs" once pressed. Selecting "Show Specs"
will show the specs again.
"Zero Rear Axle Plates" and "Zero Front Axle Plates" will record the weight on the respective
axle's weight measuring turnplates and use it as an offset for all future measurements. "Zero
Rear Axle Plates" and "Zero Front Axle Plates" will change to "Clear Rear Axle Plates" and
"Clear Front Axle Plates" once pressed. Selecting these softkeys again will clear the weight
offset and change the softkey text back to "Zero Rear Plates" and "Zero Front Axle Plates."
"Set Plate Configuration" allows the user to configure the number of weight turnplates being
used (2 or 4).
"Set Front Axle Cross Tolerance" and "Set Rear Axle Cross Tolerance" allows the user to
specify the acceptable weight difference between the right and left-hand sides of the vehicle
on the respective axle.
"Set Vehicle Cross Tolerance" allows the user to specify the acceptable weight difference
between the front and rear axles.
NOTE: Use the same wheel adapter mounting hardware (i.e. spade
sleeves) on all wheels. Mixing different types of wheel
adapters will result in incorrect measurements.
Steer ahead.
Level and lock the sensors.
Make sure the wheel adapter is vertical if the center casting has been lowered.
NOTE: Set Back is accurately measured only when the wheels are
steered symmetric about the centerline of the vehicle. This
procedure will snapshot the Set Back and Symmetry
Measurements when the wheels are steered straight ahead
and the" Ready" key is pressed.
To measure Symmetry Angles and Set Back, press "Make Additional Measurements" on the
"Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen. The "Additional Measurement
Procedures" pop-up screen will appear.
Press "Ready". The screen will display a graphic representation of the symmetry
measurements and Set Back with the measured values indicated.
If the Wheelbase and Track Width specifications are available for the current vehicle, the
measurements will be displayed as linear distances.
OR
If the Wheelbase and Track Width specifications are not available for the current vehicle, the
measurements will be displayed as angles.
NOTE: These angles are shown on the screen and on the printout
only if they have been measured.
Toe-Out-On-Turns
Steer the wheels until the wheel position indicator is in the center valley of the bar graph.
The program will save the measurements and the display will change to show two bar graphs
and prompt to steer left.
Observing the bar graphs, steer the wheels to the left until the indicated steer wheel position
indicator is within the center valley of the bar graph.
Hold the steering wheel steady. The measurements will be saved.
If Toe-Out-On-Turns specifications have not been entered for the selected vehicle, steer to
the desired angle, then press "Store Measurements". The measurements will be stored for
later computations.
Observing the bar graph, steer the wheels to the right until the indicated steer wheel position
indicator is within the center valley of the bar graph.
Hold the steering wheel steady. The measurements will be saved.
If Toe-Out-On-Turns specifications have not been entered for the selected vehicle, steer to
the desired angle, then press "Store Measurements". The measurements will be stored for
later computations.
A single bar graph will appear.
The Toe-Out-On-Turn results are displayed as "Left Turn Diff.", which is the toe difference
between the left and right wheels when steered to the left, and "Right Turn Diff.", which is the
toe difference between the right and left wheels when steered to the right. If these
measurements are not within specifications, the steering mechanism should be inspected for
worn or damaged parts.
Measuring maximum steering angles (lock-to-lock steering) can help find worn or bent
steering/suspension components.
Press "Make Additional Measurements" on the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments"
primary screen. The "Additional Angles Measurement" pop-up screen will appear.
Press or to select "Maximum Steering Angle", then press "OK". A single bar
graph on the screen will prompt to steer the wheels to the straight ahead position.
If using DSP sensors with Toe-Out-On-Turns kit, connect elastic toe lines and adjust until
taut.
Steer the wheels until the wheel position indicator is in the center valley of the bar graph.
The program will save the measurements and the display will change to show two bar graphs
and prompt to steer left.
Steer the wheels left until the steering wheel stops at the lock. The lock angles are displayed
on the CRT.
If a wheel stops moving for more than two seconds after the measurement is above 25
degrees, the program will store the measurements. This feature is called Auto Store. If Auto
Store is not desired, pressing "Disable Auto Store" can turn it off. If disabled, press "Store
Measurements" when the wheels are at their maximum steering angle.
Steer the wheel back to the center valley position of the bar graph.
Press "Ready" if the caster measurement was previously taken.
The display will change to the alignment measurements display. The results are shown as
"Maximum Left Turn" and "Maximum Right Turn". If these measurements are not within
specifications, the steering mechanism should be inspected for worn or damaged parts.
Tire Condition
The tread condition, tread depth, and tire pressure should be evaluated, before continuing
with the alignment procedure.
Tire Condition may be enabled in Aligner Setup as an alignment procedure or can be
selected from "Additional Measurements". Tire inspection allows tread wear, tread depth, and
tire pressure to be documented in the alignment procedure.
Having a tire with a tread condition, marginal tread depth, or not inflated to the manufacturers
inflation specification may result in an out of alignment complaint even if the vehicles
alignment is within specifications.
The inspection selection can be changed by selecting "Tread Condition", "Tread Depth" or
"Tire Pressure" from the softkey menu or using the icons in the upper left-hand corner of the
screen.
From the "Tread Condition" screen, an assortment of tread conditions are available for
selection for each wheel. "Normal Wear" selection will appear green when selected. Marginal
conditions like cupping or feathering will appear in yellow. Hazardous conditions such as
tread or ply separation will appear red when selected.
Selecting "Zoom In" allows the tread depth of each tire to be entered for one to three
locations across the tread. Depth should be measured in even intervals across the entire
tread area. Enter the depth of each location. Repeat this procedure for each tire. The
measurement units for tread depth can be changed in Aligner Set up.
Enter the tire pressure specification that all tires were set to and select "OK".
The tire pressure screen will be updated to show all tires filled to specification.
Selecting "Print" from any of the tire inspection screens will print the tire inspection
information. Print should be selected after all tire inspection information has been entered.
After evaluating tread condition, tread depth, and tire pressure, select "OK" to exit the Tire
Inspection procedure.
The initial Bump Steer measurement screen will appear. Steer the vehicle straight ahead
according to the bar graph and select "Ready".
After lifting the vehicle to a desired height, repeat the process as the vehicle is lowered. At
ride height connect the Bump Steer Winch. Refer to "Installation and Operation Instructions
for Bump Steer Winch Kit, 20-2011-1," Form 5347T.
NOTE: The tires should not be raised off the turnplates and the
vehicle should not be lowered onto the strikeout bumpers.
Once all measurements have been captured, select "Save Values" to store measurements to
floppy disk. These measurements can be recalled at any time. A note can be stored with the
readings. Enter any specific text necessary to be stored with the measurements and select
"OK". Insert a floppy disk and select "Save". A custom name can be entered, otherwise the
measurements will be saved under the specs name (i.e. FordFocus2005exceptWagon.txt).
Saved results can later be uploaded by selecting "Load for Comparison". When the softkey is
selected, choose the location on the PC (or floppy drive) where the .txt resides. Select the file
and click "Open". The image of the saved results will display as a dotted line.
Select "Show File Information" or "Show Comparison File Info" to view table formatted text of
the measurements. These files can also be printed and will include all readings and customer
information, if entered.
Select "Exit" when all measurements have been completed and reviewed.
The initial Bump Steer measurement screen will appear. Mount the live ride height targets,
steer the vehicle straight ahead according to the bar graph and select "Ready".
The bar graphs are live and will reflect any changes in alignment angles. The drop-down
menu offers a list of different angle views.
Follow the instructions on the screen. WinAlign will take a snapshot at ride height.
Raise the vehicle in small increments and pause (5-10 seconds) between each raise.
WinAlign will take a snapshot after the vehicle is stable after each movement. If SoundGuide
is turned on, a tone will confirm the snapshot has been taken. Snapshots can be taken as
often as desired.
Raise the vehicle at least three inches to measure incremental changes. Use the drop-down
menu to select different angle views. Using the mouse to select various snapshots will
produce a VirtualView image of the front wheels.
Click and hold the left mouse button and move the mouse around the bar graph to change
the VirtualView image displayed. This will also break the chart up into three columns
representing the left side of the vehicle, a center view, and a right side view. Holding the
mouse over a measurement line on the chart will display the exact measurements.
After lifting the vehicle to a desired height, lower the vehicle to ride height. At ride height
connect the Bump Steer Winch. Refer to "Installation and Operation Instructions for Bump
Steer Winch Kit, 20-2011-1," Form 5347T.
NOTE: The tires should not be raised off the turnplates and the
vehicle should not be lowered onto the strikeout bumpers.
Once all measurements have been captured, select "Save Values" to store measurements to
the hard drive, floppy disk, or USB drive. These measurements can be recalled at any time. A
note can be stored with the readings. Enter any specific text necessary to be stored with the
measurements and select "OK". Insert a floppy disk and select "Save". A custom name can
be entered, otherwise the measurements will be saved under the specs name (i.e.
FordFocus2005exceptWagon.txt).
Saved results can later be uploaded by selecting "Load for Comparison". When the softkey is
selected, choose the location on the PC (or floppy drive) where the .txt resides. Select the file
and click "Open". The image of the saved results will display as a dotted line.
Select "Show File Information" or "Show Comparison File Info" to view table formatted text of
the measurements. These files can also be printed and will include all readings and customer
information, if entered.
Select "Exit" when all measurements have been completed and reviewed.
Selecting "Adjust Toe with Vehicle Raised" will display the following screen. The screen will
show a picture of the VAG extender or adapter. This assembly will vary according to the
specification (A4 A6, A8 or Passat Sport) of the vehicle. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Press "Ready" and the following screen will appear. The screen will present an illustration of
the proper place of adjustment and two adjustment bars (left and right).
Proceed with the following instructions.
Level and lock the sensors.
When toe is within specifications, press "Ready".
Press "Ready" and the screen will display the special tool assembly for Toe Raised Vehicles
with the following instructions.
Raise the front axle.
Pull up cylinder, insert and secure pin as shown.
Lower vehicle onto the special tool.
There are several extenders and adaptors that are used with the VAG special tool. The
appropriate extender or adaptor will be indicated in accordance with the vehicles
specifications.
NOTE: Using the pins to extend the cylinder upward inside the tool
will allow the vehicle to rest at the correct height for raised
toe measurements. The wheels themselves may or may not
be resting partially on the turnplates.
Press "Ready" and the screen will display the following instructions.
Raise the front axle.
Pull up cylinder, insert and secure pin as shown.
Lower vehicle onto the special tool.
Pressing "Ready" will display the "Toe Adjustment with Vehicle Raised" screen shown below.
This screen is not an active screen, as the warning message in yellow will show.
Pressing "Ready" will display the screen below and the following instructions.
Lower the vehicle and jounce the axle.
Level and lock the sensors.
Pressing "Ready" will display the adjustments made. If adjustments are not within
specification (negative or positive), move toe within specifications by repeating the
procedures again through Adjust Toe with Vehicle Raised until vehicle acquires the required
specification. The results of the adjustments can be viewed on the measurement screen or
the printout.
Press or to select Tire Information and press "OK". The "Edit Tire
Information" pop-up screen will appear as shown below.
Use the keyboard to enter the appropriate data into the "Edit Tire Information" screen. This
information will appear on the printout summary.
After the data has been entered, press "OK" to continue.
Select "OK".
The "Rim Width and Adapter Type" pop-up screen will appear.
The front and rear rim widths should be measured with a caliper and entered into the rim
width data boxes. If the rim width data is left blank, the track width will be an approximate
measurement taken between the outside edges of the rims.
Select the adaptor type for the sensors being used.
Select "OK".
Select "Ready".
The "Wheelbase and Track Width Measurements" pop-up screen will appear, showing the
wheelbase and track width of the vehicle.
Select "OK".
The "Rim Width and Adapter Type" pop-up screen will appear.
The front and rear rim widths should be measured with a caliper and entered into the rim
width data boxes. If the rim width data is left blank, an alternate measurement called Track
Width (Outside Rim) measured at the outside edges of the rims will be taken instead of Track
Width.
Select the adaptor type for the sensors being used.
Select "OK".
Select "Ready".
Using Conventional Sensors with Ride Height Option and Body Offset Gauge
Enter the ride height dimensions using the ride height tool. Refer to "Measuring Ride Height
using the Ride Height Tool."
After measuring ride height at a wheel, lower the ride height tool slightly, pull the Body Offset
Gauge (slide scale) of the tool back slightly, then raise and extend the Body Offset Gauge so
that it is making contact with the lower outside edge of the fender well.
Enter the body offset measurements manually into the body offset data boxes. Repeat this
step for each wheel. The preferred measurement procedure is to measure both wheels of
one axle before proceeding to the next axle.
Select "OK".
The "Suspension Body Dimension Audit" pop-up screen will appear with the wheelbase, track
width, and body angles of the vehicle and on the right shows the body wheel offset and body
wheel set back of the vehicle. The positions of the wheels and the body angle are
exaggerated for clarity.
Selecting "Show Vertical Measurements" will present ride height and body roll measurements
with a graphical depiction of the body that may be viewed from the front and the rear axle.
The amount of roll is greatly exaggerated for clarity.
After installing the Live Ride Height Targets, the measurements will be shown. Select "OK".
The "Suspension Body Dimension Audit" pop-up screen will appear with the wheelbase, track
width, and body angles of the vehicle and on the right shows the body wheel offset and body
wheel set back of the vehicle. The positions of the wheels and the body angle are
exaggerated for clarity.
Press "OK" after viewing illustrations. The screen will return to the primary screen
where Illustrate Adjustments was pressed.
Optional multimedia video instructions provide a live audio-visual demonstration of
adjustments. To view video illustrations:
Press "Illustrate Adjustments" on the "Vehicle Specifications" primary screen or
the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen. The screen will
change to show an adjustment illustration for the vehicle.
Press" Video Adjustments". The "Video Adjustments" pop-up screen will appear
listing various videos available.
WARNING: Do not use a full contact shim on vehicles with rear disk
brakes unless the brake caliper is mounted to the
spindle backing plate, not to the axle assembly. The
rotor and caliper must move together when installing a
shim in the rear.
The "Adjustment Illustrations" pop-up screen will indicate if the rear shims are suitable for the
current vehicle.
Using Shim-Select® II
The Shim-Select® II program can provide assistance in determining the correct full-contact
shim and the proper positioning of that shim for the required adjustments.
Press "Make Additional Adjustments", on the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments"
primary screen. The "Additional Adjustment Procedures" pop-up screen will appear.
If necessary, press "Select Rear Axle" to switch from the front to the rear axle. The available
adjustments for the rear axle of the current vehicle are shown.
Press or to highlight "Adjust camber and toe with full contact shims" (this
may be the only selection available), then press "OK". The "Adjust Rear Shim (Shim-Select
II)" pop-up screen will appear.
The screen opens showing the shim requirements for the left rear wheel. Press "Show Right
Shim" to toggle to the right wheel, and then "Show Left Shim" to toggle back to the left shim.
The current measurements for camber and toe are shown in the Before column at the upper
left.
The After column at the upper left shows the residual errors that will remain in camber and
toe after installing the shim. These residual values are shown in bar graph form so that the
quality of the adjustments can be quickly gauged.
The shim required to make the changes is illustrated at the right. In the center of the shim is
the size and orientation angle required.
NOTE: The listed torque value may vary from the manufacturers’
recommendation. Refer to the manufacturer's service
manual for the exact torque value.
When the adjustments are complete, press "OK" to return to the "Vehicle Measurements and
Adjustments" primary screen.
When the shim computations are overridden in this manner, a softkey labeled "Compute
Shim Automatically" appears. Press this key to remove the override and allow Shim-Select to
compute the required shim.
The display continuously shows the residual errors or after adjustments that result from
installing the indicated shim, so that the quality of the adjustment is known immediately.
Use or as necessary to highlight the desired shim brand, then select "OK".
The current shim selection changes to the new default, and the new default brand will be
chosen when the system is reset.
Press "OK". The "Adjust Front Shims" pop-up screen will appear.
Some vehicles with SLA-type (short/long arm) suspensions have shims placed between the
vehicle frame and the pivot arm of the upper control arm. Placing the correct amount of shims
at each pivot arm mounting point simultaneously adjusts both camber and caster of the
wheel. It is difficult to compute the required shim changes, especially when the upper control
arm is not symmetric. The specification database includes information that allows the system
to correctly compute the shim changes required, even for non-symmetric upper control arms.
If you wish to adjust the left wheel and leave the right wheel unadjusted, press "Adjust Only
The Left Wheel".
OR
If you wish to adjust the right wheel and leave the left wheel unadjusted, press "Adjust Only
The Right Wheel".
NOTE: You can adjust one wheel to its optimum adjustment, then
press" Adjust Only One Side" to optimize the other wheel.
When the camber and caster measurements are stable on the wheel that will remain
unadjusted, the system will save those measurements to be used as the targets for adjusting
the other wheel. The "Adjust Front Shims" pop-up screen will appear.
CAMM® Alignment Adjustment Feature is also available as a drop-down selection from the
measurements screen, or as part of the ExpressAlign® procedure.
Press "Jack Up Front Wheels" to adjust with the wheels off the rack. The "Axle Jacking
Procedure" pop-up screen will appear.
Raise the selected axle and press "Ready". The program will compensate for the difference in
sensor readings caused by raising the wheels.
OR
Press "Adjust On Turnplates" to make adjustments without raising the vehicle.
The "Adjust Front Cams and Slots" pop-up screen will appear, as shown below. CAMM will
determine the cam or slot that should be adjusted first (front or rear).
Caster and camber bar graphs can also be displayed by selecting "Show Bar Graphs". The
bar graphs should be used for reference only. Actual adjustments should be made using the
blue CAMM bar graphs.
When adjustments have begun, an arrow appears indicating the direction the control arm is
being moved. A green arrow will point toward the center of the graph if adjustments are being
made correctly, or a red arrow will appear if adjustments are moving away from the center of
the graph.
In the example above the rear cam is adjusted first. When the bar graph has turned blue,
tighten the cam, then select "Adjust Front" to adjust the front cam. Each time the aligner will
re-analyze the changes required before switching to the other cam or slot and showing the
bar graph.
Continue making adjustments as directed. When the adjustment has moved camber and
caster to within specs for that particular wheel a pop-up screen notifying the technician that
no more adjustments are required will appear.
Select "Continue Procedure" to move on to the next step in the alignment procedure. If the
other wheel still requires adjustment the program will automatically switch to that wheel.
Make the adjustments to that wheel as directed above.
Select "Match Using Cross Spec" to have CAMM add the correct amount of difference the
vehicle manufacturer recommends. An example of this would be:
Caster spec left: 4.0 degrees
Caster spec right: 5.0 degrees
Actual Left Caster: 3.7
Actual Right Caster: 1.2
If the technician is adjusting the right side of the vehicle using Match Using Cross Spec, right
caster will be adjusted to 4.7 degrees. If the left and right spec for camber or caster is
different, it will add or subtract the correct amount. If there is not a difference, it will match
them exactly.
Select "Lower Wheels and Finish" when all adjustments are completed.
NOTE: WinAlign® 10.0 and greater allow more steering and lift
range when using WinToe®.
WinToe® Toe Adjustment System is a software feature that allows the adjustment of front toe
on vehicles with an independent tie rod adjustment for each wheel. Using WinToe will provide
the desired toe settings for each wheel and insure the desired steering wheel position,
normally without the need to readjust or touch up settings. Additionally, WinToe eliminates
the need to lock the steering wheel during toe adjustments.
There are a few special cases in which a different WinToe procedure will be used to adjust
front toe:
Vehicles with single tie rod and no adjustable draglink
Vehicles with relay rod and adjustable draglink
To access WinToe directly from the front bar graphs, press and hold the left mouse button on
either the left or right toe bar graph, then highlight "Adjust Toe with WinToe" from the pull-
down menu and release.
OR
For vehicles with power steering, place the transmission in park or neutral, install brake
depressor, and make sure the wheels are chocked, start the engine and level the steering
wheel.
Steering wheel leveling is important. While sitting in the drivers’ seat, rock the steering wheel
back and forth in arcs left and right from the level position. The arcing motion should start out
with larger arcs and gradually become smaller arcs with the result being to have the steering
wheel be precisely leveled while ensuring that the steering system is carefully positioned in
the mid-point of any gear lash and power steering valve movement.
Use chalk to mark the leveled steering wheel position with the side of the steering column.
This easy to see reference mark will save time in final adjustment verification.
Adjust right tie rod until toe is zero. Jounce the front axle. Readjust the right tie rod if
necessary. Equalize all rotational movement in the joints by making sure that each ball and
socket joint in the steering linkage can be rotated in either direction the same distance.
Lock the adjustment, then lightly jounce the front end again to verify the adjustment. As long
as the bar graph remains green, with the adjustment locked, you may proceed. The value
does not have to read zero, buy the bar graph must be green.
Adjust left tie rod until toe is zero. Jounce the front axle. Readjust the left tie rod if
necessary.
Equalize all rotational movement in the joints.
Lock the adjustment, and then lightly jounce the front end again to verify the
adjustment. As long as the bar graph remains green with the adjustment locked,
you may proceed. The value does not have to read zero, however, the bar graph
must be green.
Press "Ready". The screen will change to display one bar graph.
NOTE: For vehicles with power steering, start the engine, and with a
slight rocking motion of the steering wheel, steer the arrow
on the bar graph to the center. Observe the final steering
wheel position.
NOTE: You may also use the reference chalk marks, if used earlier,
to index the level steering wheel position.
After verification of steering wheel position, the on-screen instructions will prompt you to
press "Ready". This will complete the WinToe procedure by returning to the primary "Vehicle
Measurements and Adjustments" screen.
Screen will change and prompt you to steer the vehicle to the preferred adjustment location.
Lock and level the steering wheel and the press “Ready.”
Screen will change back to the Step 2 screen. Follow onscreen instructions and select
“Ready.”
Screen will change to the Step 3 screen. Follow onscreen instructions and select “Ready.”
Screen will change to the Step 4 screen. Follow onscreen instructions and select “Ready.”
Press "OK".
OR
Select "Adjust with Automatic Bushing Calculator" from the context sensitive menu.
In the left lower corner of each applicable bar graph, there will be a bushing icon, , to
indicate that the Automatic Bushing Calculator is available.
The screen then displays "Measurements are frozen!". Freezing the measurements allows
the sensors to be removed from the wheels while the display continues to show the bushing
requirements. Press "Unfreeze Measurements" to return the display to normal live operation.
Identify and enter the shape of the current bushing by pressing the tab key on the keyboard
and or to highlight the desired choice or using the mouse or lightpen.
Record the current position of the bushing into the computer.
NOTE: The illustrated blue arrow depicts the center of the thin wall.
This is NOT the bushing crush gap.
Adjust the blue arrow to the center of the thin wall on the illustrated bushing.
OR
Enter the data manually by pressing the tab key on the keyboard to highlight the
"Position of Current Bushing" data box and entering the degrees using the
illustrated bushing as a reference for direction.
Identify the size of the current bushing by looking at the stamped size on the side of the
bushing and enter the size into the "Size of Current Bushing" data box.
After you have finished entering the existing bushing information, press "OK".
The "Adjust Front Bushings" pop-up screen will appear. The screen opens showing the
bushing requirements for the left wheel. Press "Show Right Bushing" to toggle to the right
wheel, and then "Show Left Bushing" to toggle back.
Before removing the bushing, mark a reference line on the bushing that indicates the front
orientation of the bushing in its current position. Remove the bushing.
This screen will display the existing bushing information and the required adjustment bushing
information. The currently measured camber and caster are shown in the Before column at
the upper left.
The After column shows the residual errors that will remain in camber and caster after
installing the bushing. These residual values are shown in bar graph form so that the quality
of the adjustments can be quickly gauged.
The size, installation position, brand and part number for the required bushing will be
displayed in the lower left-hand corner of the screen.
The size and position of the required bushing are computed for optimum adjustment, but may
be manually overridden by the technician by either selecting the adjustment arrows to the
right of the numbers, or by moving the blue arrow to the new placement of the thin wall of the
bushing.
Selecting "Select Bushing Brand" will present the technician with a list of bushing brands. The
desired manufacturer can be selected by pressing or to highlight the
manufacturer and selecting "OK".
Selecting "Adjust Only One Wheel" when the left wheel is out of specification will set the
specification for the left wheel to right value + cross spec. If the right side were out of
specification, then right wheel would be set to left value - cross spec.
To adjust both wheels using ABC with ExpressAlign:
Adjust the left wheel first. After adjusting the left wheel, press "OK". WinAlign will
display the steer ahead screen again. This time, will read "Use Frozen
Measurements".
Press "Use Frozen Measurements" to bypass the steer ahead screen and use
the previously frozen measurements. This prevents the user from having to re-
mount the wheel and sensors, lower and jounce the vehicle, re-compensate the
sensors, and steer ahead to re-freeze the measurements.
When all adjustments are completed, press "OK" to return to the "Vehicle Measurements and
Adjustments" primary screen. After adjusting camber and/or caster using ABC, lower and
jounce the vehicle, then re-compensate the sensors.
2.9 Printing
Access the print selections from the "Vehicle Specifications" or the "Vehicle Measurements
and Adjustments" primary screens. This screen will also be available at the end of the
alignment process.
To use ShopResults.NET the feature must be enabled within WinAlign. Select "Service
Programs" from the Logo screen. Select "Set Up Aligner". On the "Aligner Set-Up" screen,
scroll down to "Alignment Procedure" and select "Send Results to ShopResults.NET and the
Vehicle Owner".
Select "Enable ShopResults.NET". The ShopResults.NET icon will now appear at the end of
the procedure bar.
Within WinAlign®, the technician will identify the customer either through "Work
Management" or on the "Edit Customer ID" screen. This will add the customer information to
the data being saved on the web server allowing for personalization of the results. The results
can also be sent to the database without this information.
Continue with the alignment process. When the alignment has been completed, the final step
of the alignment procedure will be Send Alignment Results to the NET.
This step will connect to the Hunter web server that accepts the alignment results that
contains the results of the alignment, the shop information, and the customer information, if it
was included. This process is automatically performed after the alignment results have been
printed.
NOTE: If the vehicle owner's email address was entered into Work
Management or the Customer Identification the field for the
owner's email address will be automatically filled in.
The email can be edited by setting the cursor within the message box and typing the new
message. The subject line can be changed in the same manner.
The shop information can be changed by clicking on the "Edit Shop Information" link.
The alignment results can be viewed in different languages, and both the before and after
readings can be seen in bar graph form.
While holding the mouse over a bar graph, a description of the angle will appear. If further
explanation is necessary the bar graph can be clicked on and the user will be redirected to
the UndercarInfo.com website and an explanatory video of the specific alignment angle can
be displayed.
If the "Delete" link is clicked, that specific alignment history will be removed from the
database.
Click on the "Results" or "Bar Graphs" links to view specific results.
Complete the entire form. Entering an email address will automatically fill-in the email
address field on the "Send Notification to Customer" screen.
Outdated information can be periodically updated on this screen, as well.
Reports
Besides archiving alignment results, ShopResults.NET® collects uploaded data into
categories useful for tracking the type of work being performed.
Report data is updated twice a month. It is not live.
Reports can be printed in the following categories:
Cumulative Totals
Alignments Per Vehicle
Mileage Report
Model Year Report
Alignments Per Week
Angles Out of Spec Before Alignment
Angles Out of Spec After Alignment
The website provides short cuts and access to information from the Hunter website. This
feature is available with WinAlign software 6.1 and above.
The My Company heading can be edited by selecting the "Edit" button. A screen to identify
country of origin will appear followed by a screen with the current company information. Fill in
all applicable fields and select the "Save Company Information" button.
"My WinAlign System" displays information about your aligner automatically generated from
information stored on your console.
"My WinAlign Notices" reads what version of WinAlign software and specs version are
installed on the aligner and indicates if updates available.
Selecting the Hunter Engineering Company logo on any page will display the Hunter website
homepage within the frame of WinAlign®. The site offers additional information for equipment
owners and users, as well as sales and service personnel.
NOTE: The remote control key pad on the CodeLink™ device only
function while the user is on CodeLink™ screens. The
device will not function as a remote control in other screens.
When a CodeLink™ supported vehicle is selected the CodeLink™ icon, , will appear in the
Alignment Procedure Bar.
Also, a screen advising the user that the vehicle they are aligning will require CodeLink™
interaction will also appear.
After pressing "OK," the compensation screen will appear with the "CodeLink™ Check"
softkey in the position. Press "CodeLink™ Check" before performing compensation.
Follow the instructions on the screen and press "Continue" when ready.
Faults in systems related to the procedure will be displayed. The "Re-Read DTCs" soft key
will re-read DTC's from the related systems. The "Clear DTCs" soft key will clear DTC's from
the related systems.
Press "Continue".
After all adjustments have been made and checked with ExpressAlign®, WinAlign® will
prompt to perform the CodeLink™ procedure. Select "Reset Stability Control System."
WinAlign® and the CodeLink™ device will communicate with the vehicle.
The "Manufacturer Recommended Reset Procedure" screen will appear. Follow the
instructions on the screen precisely and in order. Press "Continue" when ready.
There may be multiple screens shown with additional instructions. Follow the instructions on
the screen precisely and in order. Press "Continue" when ready for each screen.
Some vehicles may display a screen after reset indicating that the steering angle has been
reset (indicated by the "Steering Wheel Sensor" value on the right of the screen below). This
closing screen may also have instructions for items that may need to be carried out upon
completion. Be sure to print or take note of these instructions if they appear. Follow the
instructions on the screen precisely and in order.
Press "Continue."
WinAlign Tuner works within the WinAlign alignment software program with custom tailored
features for handling the modified vehicle market. WinAlign Tuner uses modified
specifications, vehicle height, road tests, and other features designed for streamlining the
process for vehicles that had previously been trial and error.
Tuner is only available for WinAlign version 8.1 and above. Tuner requires a specific
electronic key to enable the WinAlign Tuner procedure.
Enable the selection and click "OK". WinAlign® Tuner is setup to run on every vehicle.
It may be desirable to enable the "Tire Inspection and Tire Information" steps in the "Common
Alignment Preferences". Tire inspection and information are integral, but optional, steps while
working on modified vehicles. Tread depth and tread wear can be indications of alignment
problems.
Consult the customer on their driving styles and vehicle uses and determine their needs.
Begin by selecting "Maximize Tire Life" or "Maximize Performance".
"Show Performance Guidelines" displays a printable text document that outlines handling
complaints and solutions, plus details on using the pyrometer (a device for measuring tire
temperature).
"Modify Specifications" opens a special vehicle specifications screen that displays both the
original spec and the modified spec. The Performance Guidelines document offers
suggestions for modified specs.
"Ride Height" displays a "Vehicle Height" screen that measures fender and axle height.
Determine the customer’s needs and select the appropriate option for maximizing tire life or
maximizing performance. Select the Tuner options as described in the section above.
Select "Continue" to display the "Performance Alignment" document. Select "Print" to print
the entire document. This is a generic document and is not individualized for each specific
car.
Select "Continue" to display the "Vehicle Specifications" screen for modified specifications.
Modify specifications according to vehicle testing and instructions on the above document.
Selecting "Show All Tools" will display all tools and kits available from all manufacturers that
are selected. To return to the above screen select "Show Summary."
If a part has the "Order Now" symbol or softkey the part can be ordered online, providing that
the aligner has an internet connection. Select the "Order Now" button to connect to the part
manufacturer website. Complete the information and check shipping address. Once the item
has been ordered, select "Continue".
The Tools and Kits screen will reappear. Select "OK" to continue with the alignment
procedure.
For more information on Tools and Kits refer to “Tools and Kits.”
If "Tire Condition" and "Tire Information" are enabled in Setup, these steps will follow.
Tire Condition identifies wear problems and tire safety conditions such as bulges, cracks,
splits, and foreign objects. Select each condition that applies to each tire assembly.
Select "OK" when all tires have been inspected for wear and damage.
Measure the tread depth and enter with the keyboard. Selecting "Zoom In" shows a detail of
each tire. Using the Zoom feature to enter the measured tread depth from three areas: inside,
middle, and outside. Wear patterns may be a result of alignment, under-inflation, over-
inflation, hard braking, etc. It may be necessary to rotate the tires prior to any road tests.
Enter the tread depth for each tire and select "OK".
Select "OK" to continue or select "Print" to print all of the collected tire information.
Measure caster.
Select "Print" for a graphical printout of ride height and select "OK" after all values have been
entered and to continue with the alignment process.
The Tuner alignment procedure continues with the Bump Steer measurement. Bump Steer
measures any toe change while raising or lowering a vehicle.
When the "Bump Steer" screen appears make sure the vehicle is steered straight ahead
according to the bar graph displayed. Select "Ready" to continue.
Select "Up" or "Down" when raising or lowering the vehicle on the rack. Height
will be illustrated in .5” increments. The bar graphs are live and will reflect any
changes in alignment angles. The drop-down menu offers a list of different angle
views.
"Snapshot Values" will take an immediate image of the incremental
measurements. "Undo Last Snapshot" will remove the previous incremental
image snapshot.
"Save Before Measurements" will save the current collective bump steer
measurements as before measurements, indicating the initial status of the
vehicle. "Hide Before Measurements" will hide the before measurements from
the screen. Select "Clear Current Values" to remove the values completely.
Select "Save Values" to save the measurements to floppy disk or USB drive.
"Load Saved Values" will retrieve measurements from floppy disk or USB drive.
"Load for Comparison" downloads the measurements to the screen indicated by
a dotted line for comparison to current live readings.
"Copy Chart to Clipboard" saves the current visible chart to the Windows
clipboard. Run the WordPad program and select "paste" to transfer the chart as
an image to a WordPad document.
After lifting the vehicle to a desired height, repeat the process as the vehicle is lowered. At
ride height connect the Bump Steer Winch. Using the winch compress the vehicle below ride
height, continuing to take snapshots at various increments.
Once all measurements have been captured, select "Save Values" to store measurements to
floppy disk or USB drive. These measurements can be recalled at any time. A note can be
stored with the readings. Enter any specific text necessary to be stored with the
measurements and select "OK". Insert a floppy disk or USB drive and select save. A custom
name can be entered, otherwise the measurements will be saved under the specs name (i.e.
“FordFocus2005exceptWagon.txt”).
Select "Show File Information" or "Show Comparison File Info" to view table formatted text of
the measurements. These tables can also be printed.
Select "Exit" when all measurements have been completed and reviewed.
Select "Save Before Measurements". All preliminary measurements are completed.
Proceed with all vehicle adjustments as indicated by the ExpressAlign menu. Once all
adjustments have been completed, remove the sensors and adaptors and follow the
instructions for the Tire Temperature Test.
Prior to road testing the vehicle check the condition and air pressure of the tires. Always
check the tire pressure while the tire is cold (at rest for at least one hour, or driven for less
than one mile). Check with the vehicle owner’s recommendations. Some experimentation
with tire pressure is normal on modified vehicles. Vehicles that have after-market wheels and
tires may not follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended tire inflation. Vehicles with
over-sized wheels and tires, and higher speed ratings will displace the load across a wider
surface and may not need the maximum air pressure as listed on the tire. In many cases, the
necessary tire pressure will be significantly lower.
Begin by road testing the vehicle. For Tuner alignments that maximize tire life the road test
should be conducted on a straight stretch of road, with little or no traffic. A closed track is the
ideal location. Do not use a road that has excessive curves, or poor road surface conditions.
The procedure is designed to test the wearing conditions of the tires under as little stress as
possible.
Road tests for Tuner alignments that maximize handling should be conducted on a test track,
if possible with a sufficient amount of corning. Getting the tires “hot” in this manner is not
recommended on public streets.
Uneven tire temperature across the face of the tread indicates greater force on various
portions of the tire resulting in uneven wear and uneven contact with the road surface.
If the pyrometer is connected to the aligner the readings can be directly entered into WinAlign
Tuner, or the readings can be entered manually through the keyboard.
Road Test the vehicle again according to the instructions above and re-test the tire
temperatures. Select "Continue" after all readings have been entered.
Select "Check with ExpressAlign" and make any necessary adjustments. If the tire
temperature values are not consistent, Tuner will calculate further adjustments. If the values
are consistent all adjustments are completed. Select "Print" to print the desired alignment
results.
The WinAlign Tuner alignment procedure is completed. Select "Reset" to complete the
process.
4.1 Set Up
The aligner can be configured to meet many different operating needs. For example, the
"Customer Identification" screen can be removed from the prompt sequence so it does not
automatically appear at the beginning of the alignment process, but is still accessible through
the menu selection. Other selections such as the default alignment procedure can be set.
The Set-Up selections are stored on the hard drive and recalled each time the program
needs them. Modify Set-Up by pressing "Service Programs" on the logo screen. The menu
labels will change.
Press "Set-Up Aligner" and the "Aligner Set-up" primary screen will appear.
The current settings can be saved to disk or printed. To access these settings along with
WinAlign® technical information press CNTRL+Shift+K1. The "Version" screen may take
several seconds to appear. Select "Print" to print all the settings and WinAlign information, or
select "Copy Log files to Floppy Disk".
If "Copy Log files to Floppy Disk" is selected the screen will inform of the destination.
Selecting "Set Copy Destination" allows another destination to be set. Select "OK" and the
information will be copied.
Display
Display Language English
Logo Screen Advertising Message Blank
Animated Logo or Still Logo Animated Logo
Animated or Still Procedure Images Animated Images
AlignGuide Enable/Disable Enabled
Set background color selection Button - Silver Blue
Inset - Light Gray
Background - Silver Blue
Website Address HunterUser.com
Alignment Procedure
= Default Item
Common Alignment Preferences Edit Customer Information
Work Management
iShop Shop Management
Use ASANETWORK Manager
WinAlign-Tuner (Modified Vehicle)
Display of Vehicle Specifications
Vehicle Inspection
Tire Inspection
Tire Information
Ride Height Measurement
Show Measurement Display after Compensation
Show Measurement Display after Caster
Print symptom printout after saving before measurements.
Advanced Vehicle Handling Values
Display DSP400/600 Compensation Instructions
Set Steering Wheel Level Status when Measurements are Saved
Verify Caster Adjustment
AutoVIN Enabled
Vehicle Specific Alignment Ride Height Information
Preferences
ShopResults.NET Disabled
ExpressAlign Preferences/Power Level III
Tool Preferences
Alignment Procedure ExpressAlign Total Alignment with Power Tools
4-Wheel Total Alignment
Thrust Line Alignment
Bar Graphs
Front Axle Bar Groups Camber, Caster Adjust and Toe
Camber, Caster, Total Toe and Steer Ahead
Camber, Caster Adjust, and SAI
Rear Axle Bar Groups Camber, Toe, Total Toe, and Thrust Angle
Cross Bar Graph/Additional Cross Enabled
Angles: Enable/Disable
Show Specs on Bar Graphs: Enabled
Enable/Disable
Printer
= Default Item
Printer (System Default Printer)
Print Language English
Printout Advertising Message Blank
Print Warning Message Enabled
Enable/Disable
Report Format Standard Format
Default Printout Vehicle Before and Current
Custom Print Header Disabled
Sensors
= Default Item
Sensor Type DSP306
DSP306-HF
DSP308
DSP308-HF
DSP400
DSP400DT
DSP400L or DSP400L-DT
DSP506
DSP506-XF
DSP508
DSP508-XF
DSP600
DSP600L
DSP600LP
DSP600CM
DSP600DT
HS401
HS401L
HS401CM
HS401DT
HS201
HS201L
HS201CM
Optional Equipment Remote Indicator
CodeLink
Hardware Simulator
Fully Integrated Alignment
Touch Remote™ for the iPod Touch® and iPhone®
Electronic Turnplates
Steering Wheel Angle Sensor
Toe-Out-On-Turns Device Camera Sensors
Update Remote Indicator Software Remote Indicator requires version "2.3"
Cordless Channel Selection Console Channel: HFSS 1
Weight Turnplate Calibration Factory Calibration
Update CodeLink Software
Power Tools
Rear Shim Default Brand Hunter
Rear Shim Display Size
Front Bushing Default Brand Hunter
VirtualView® Enable/Disable Enabled
VirtualView® Caster Steer Enabled
VirtualView® WinToe Enabled
Live or Manual Ride Height Live Ride Height
Tools and Kits Order Now Internet Disabled
Ordering
Inspection
= Default Item
Select Inspection Mode Part List Inspection
Point and Click Inspection Mode
Transmit Measurements
Transmit Measurements Destination Transmit Measurements to a file.
Transmit Measurements Format Partial Measurements C111 Audit Format A
Work Management
Work Order Format Custom Forms
Logon
Logon Enable/Disable Disabled
Logon Registry N/A
Logon Password N/A
Automatic Backup Options Keeps backups for two days. Overwrite oldest backup. Backup
path C:\Backup.dat
Tread Depth
Define Tread Depth Specification The value is not defined.
The "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen provides a list box of Set-Up items. Press or
to highlight the desired selection. When an item is highlighted, the current setting
appears on the screen, along with an explanation of the item. Press "Set-Up Selected Item"
to open the pop-up screen to Set-Up the highlighted item.
To move from a major heading to another major heading, press or from the
second tier of softkeys. The following is a list containing all the Set-Up options including
options using Digital Video.
Press "End Set-Up" after all the desired changes have been made to exit Set-Up and save
changes.
This item displays an advertising message that will alternate with the logo image on the logo
screen.
Enter a message using the keyboard.
NOTE: The Logo Screen must be set to Still Logo for the advertising
message to appear.
The user can select either an animated logo or the traditional still logo to display while the
program is idle. If using a personal advertising message, the Still Logo must be enabled.
The user can select whether animated or the still images will be displayed during the
alignment procedure.
Enabling "Dynamic Window Open Effect" causes pop-up screens to open with an expansion
effect where the pop-up screens appear to zoom open from the cursors location.
Press "Enable Window Open Effect" to enable Window Open Effect.
OR
Press "Disable Window Open Effect" to Disable Window Open Effect.
Press "OK" to set the default to the "Window Open Effect" selection. The program will store
the information on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
Select "Enable AlignGuide" or "Disable AlignGuide". Enabling the AlignGuide gives easy
access to an array of information including videos, animation, and WinAlign® Help.
Using the mouse, double-click to select the preferred colors for "Button," "Inset," and
"Background."
Button - Softkey color
Inset - Any portion of the screen that appears deeper in 3D space.
Background - The main portion of the screen.
NOTE: Use the scroll bars on the right of each column to display
more color selections.
Press "OK" after all the desired changes have been made to exit Set-Up and save changes.
Pressing will show the "Revert to Default" softkey. This will return the color scheme to the
Hunter default.
This selection will Set-Up the aligner program to include or omit certain screens or processes
in the alignment procedure.
Press or to highlight the procedure to be included or omitted, or select with
the mouse or other pointing device.
Press "Disable" and the checkmark disappears. The highlighted procedure will not appear in
the alignment sequence.
Press "Enable" and a checkmark appears. The highlighted procedure will appear in the
alignment sequence.
Press "OK" when the selections are completed. The program will store the settings on the
hard drive and return to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
When "Send Results to ShopResults.NET® and to an "Email Address" is selected, the "Send
Results to ShopResults.NET" and to an "Email Address" pop-up screen appears.
"Enable ShopResults.NET" to archive alignment results on the Hunter web server, and have
the option of emailing the results to the customer or any other email recipient. When enabled
this icon, , will be available at the bottom of the alignment procedure bar.
When disabled the ShopResults.NET icon will be unavailable.
Level I Level II
The program stores the setting on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary
screen.
A recommended alignment procedure is stored in the vehicle specification database for most
vehicles. For instance, if the vehicle has rear adjustments, a Total Four Wheel Alignment is
recommended. If the rear is not adjustable, a Thrust Line Alignment is recommended.
If "Confirmation required before switching procedure" is selected, the aligner program will ask
if you want to perform the recommended alignment procedure.
If "Automatically switch to recommended procedure" is selected, the aligner program will
automatically switch to the recommended procedure. This setting is the default setting.
If "Do not switch to recommended procedure" is selected, the aligner program will go through
the default alignment procedure.
Press or to highlight the desired item.
Press "OK". The program will store the setting on the hard drive and return to the "Aligner
Set-Up" primary screen.
This pop-up screen allows the units and formats for the various alignment display formats to
be changed. Both the Current and New settings are shown as example measurements.
Press or to highlight a display format. When a display format is highlighted,
a brief explanation of the measurement type appears.
Press "Set-Up Selected Item". The "Units and Format Selection" pop-up screen appears. The
units and formats can be changed for the highlighted display format. This pop-up screen
continues to show the current and new settings for all the display formats.
Press or to highlight the desired format, then press "OK". If the selected
format is fractional, a third selection must be made, in the same manner, to select whether
the fractions are to be reduced. When the final choice is made, the pop-up screen closes and
the display returns to the "Alignment Measurement Units and Formats Set-Up" pop-up
screen. The new example for the display format shows the recent selection.
Press or to highlight another parameter type and continue to Set-Up the
units and formats for all the parameter types. When the new examples show the desired units
and formats, press "Apply New Settings". The program stores the new settings on the hard
drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
About Units
Units refers to the physical units in which the measurements are made for the various
parameter types. Angular measurements, such as camber and thrust angle, are measured as
degrees, but can be displayed in the units of degrees or degrees and minutes. Distance
measurements, such as ride height and wheelbase, are measured as inches but can be
displayed in the units of inches or millimeters.
Toe measurements are always measured as degrees, but can be displayed either as angular
or distance measurements. To display toe as an angle, select the units of degrees or degrees
and minutes. To display toe as a distance, select the units of inches, millimeters, inches @
reference diameter, or millimeters @ reference diameter.
When toe is displayed as a distance, it refers to the difference in track width between the
trailing and leading edges of the tires or wheels. The critical question is, At what diameter of
tire or wheel is this distance measured? A larger diameter means a greater distance for a
given angle. If the units are inches or millimeters, the diameter is assumed to be 28.648
inches, thus providing a simple conversion of 2 degrees of toe equals 1 inch for toe (or 25.4
millimeter of toe). If the units are inches @ reference diameter or millimeters @ reference
diameter, the system uses the reference diameter that is entered on the Vehicle
specifications primary screen.
If a fractional format is chosen, the fraction can be reduced or non-reduced to the least
common denominator. Examples that illustrate this are as follows:
1
reduced fractions /16, 1/8, 3/16, 1/4,
2
non-reduced /16, 2/8, 4/16, 4/8,
fractions
Setting Up the Caster Measurement Selection
When "Caster Measurement Selection" is selected, the "Caster Measurement Selection" pop-
up screen will appear.
This selection will Set-Up the aligner program to measure Caster Only, FasterCaster (Caster
and SAI/IA), or SAI/IA Only as the default. If a Toe-out-on-turns device is enabled in Sensor
Set-Up, three additional selections will appear. Those are FasterCaster/SAI/IA Toe-out-on-
turns at 20degrees, Caster/Toe-out-on-turns at 20degrees, and SAI/IA/Toe-out-on-turns at
20degrees.
Press or until the desired angle is highlighted. When an angle is highlighted,
a brief explanation appears.
Press "OK" to set the default to the highlighted measurement selection. The program stores
this information on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
When "Reduce Number of Softkeys" is enabled, the number of softkeys that are normally
shown for a particular screen will be reduced to only the number of softkeys needed for a
typical alignment. To temporarily access all available softkeys when "Reduce Number of
Softkeys" is enabled, select "Show All Softkeys".
Press or until "Show All Softkeys Available" or "Reduce Number of
Softkeys" is highlighted.
Press "OK". The program selects the highlighted item and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up"
primary screen.
This item will select the bar graphs to be available while viewing the front axle measurement
screen. Each bar graph configuration chosen can be viewed by pressing "Show Next Bar
Graphs" on the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen.
Press or to highlight the bar graph group to be available.
Press "Enable Bar Group" and a checkmark appears. The highlighted group will be available.
Press "Skip Bar Group" and the checkmark disappears. The highlighted bar group will not be
available.
Press "OK" when the selections are completed. The program will store the settings on the
hard drive and return to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
This item will select the bar graphs that will be available on the rear axle measurement
screen when "Show Next Bar Graphs" is pressed on the "Vehicle Measurements and
Adjustments" primary screen.
Press or to highlight the bar graph group to be available.
Press "Enable Bar Group" and a checkmark appears. The highlighted group will be available.
Press "Skip Bar Group" and the checkmark disappears. The highlighted bar group will not be
available.
Press "OK" when the selections are completed. The program will store the settings on the
hard drive and return to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
This selection will Set-Up the aligner program to show or hide the Cross Bar Graph/Additional
Cross Angles.
Press or to highlight "Show" or "Hide Cross Bar Graph/Additional Cross
Angles".
This selection will Set-Up the aligner program to display or hide the vehicle specifications on
bar graphs.
Press "Show Specs" to have the vehicle specifications appear on the adjustment bar graphs
or "Hide Specs" to have the + and - appear on the adjustment bar graphs. The program
stores the setting on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
4.5 Printer
The aligner has the same printer settings that any PC would have. A printer can be selected if
the aligner is connected to a network, or if multiple printers are accessible.
Other options to be setup are the printout language, advertising message, and various
formats.
From the :Print Manager: screen, highlight the printer that you are using.
Click on "File" and then select "Set As Default". This will set the printer as the default printer
for the console.
To add a printer, select "Add a printer" from the left hand pane and follow the instructions on
the Add Printer Wizard.
To exit printer Set-Up, click on "File," and select "Close".
A list of the available languages is shown along with the current setting.
Press or until the desired language is highlighted.
Press "OK". The program selects the highlighted language for the printouts and returns to the
"Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
This screen allows you to enter an advertising message to be printed at the beginning of the
print summary and the inspection report. You may enter a long message, but if the message
is too long, the printout may extend to multiple pages.
Enter a message using the keyboard.
After the message has been entered, press "OK" to store the new message or press "Cancel"
to restore the old message. The program stores the message on the hard drive and returns to
the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
This item selects whether or not a warning message will appear on the printout. If "Yes" is
selected, the alignment summary printout will show an asterisk (*) next to any measurements
that are not within specifications. A message will appear at the bottom of the printout to
explain the meaning of the asterisk.
Press "Yes" or "No". The program stores this setting on the hard drive and returns to the
"Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
This screen allows you to select the Standard or Column format for reports.
Press "Standard Format" or "Column Format" for the desired report format to be used. The
program selects the report format and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
Select "Print Summary", "Print Vehicle Before and Current", or "Print Vehicle". Once a
selection is made the program returns to Aligner Set-up.
The following examples use the Print Preview feature:
"Print Vehicle Before and Current" will print the bar graphs prior to adjustment and the current
state of measurements.
"Print Vehicle" will only print the current measurements in bar graph form.
After the Custom Print Header has been enabled the program will return to Aligner Set-up.
The Print Header can be customized by selecting "Default Printout" and select "Format Print
Header" from the second tier of softkeys to open the "Configure Print Header Format" pop-up
screen.
Fields can be added, removed, moved, and have the height and width changed.
To add a field, highlight the desired field, and select "Include Field". To move through the
possible selections, select it with the mouse, or scroll through the list on the right using the
arrow keys on the keyboard, the arrow softkeys, or the scrollbar on the right side of the list.
To move the field to a different location in the header format, highlight the field, and select the
"Move Field Up" or "Move Field Down" softkeys to re-position the field. The Work Order field
has been moved to the top, as shown below. Select "Insert Space" to insert blank spaces
between fields.
Highlighting the field and selecting "Set Horizontal Size" will change the width of the field.
The following example shows that the License, Technician, and Mileage fields have been
narrowed. Narrowed fields can be placed side by side by highlighting the field and selecting
the "Move Up" or "Move Down" option, as appropriate. The example on the right places
smaller fields in columns thereby saving printout space.
Select "Hide Label" to remove the label from the printout. The field will turn gray, indicating
that it has been hidden. The field data will still print, however. Select "Show Label" to turn the
field label back on.
The Header format can further be customized to hide or show the ruled lines in between the
fields, or to place the information next to the label or below it.
All changes can be discarded by selecting "Revert to Default".
Number of Copies
Select the number of copies WinAlign should print for each printout.
The default setting is "Use Operating System Setting" which prints the number of copies
selected in the "Printers" section of the "Control Panel."
The selected image will print at the top of every printout from the aligner. This can be used to
display the business logo or other image.
The image must be in the JPG or PNG format. The image should have a 4:1 aspect ratio, for
example a 1200x300 image would be the correct aspect ratio. In other words it should be four
times wider than it is high.
Click on "Select Print Logo" and a navigation window will appear. Select a properly formatted
image and select "Open". The selected image will be displayed, if it is the proper size it will fill
the empty grey area at the top of the screen. It will also now print at the top of every printout.
Clicking on "Remove Print Logo" will remove the currently selected logo from the printout.
4.6 Sensors
Sensor settings cover sensor type, and all associated hardware and software. These settings
should be set-up by the service personnel.
Press or until the desired sensor type is highlighted. When a sensor type is
highlighted, a brief explanation of that type appears.
Press "OK" to set the default to the highlighted sensor type. The program stores the setting
on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
Sensor software requires updating when the version found in the sensor is not the same, as
the version required by the console. This might happen when the console software is updated
or when the control board of a sensor is replaced. The console can send the correct software
to the sensor, which the sensor then stores in its own non-volatile memory.
Plug in each sensor to be updated while holding down its compensation switch. If
the sensor has a switch, hold down on the compensation button while turning on
the switch. If the sensor powers up with the compensation switch held down, the
boot program within it remains running. The green LED on the sensor blinks
three times and then goes out to show this. The Sensor Software Update screen
then shows This sensor is ready for updating next to an image of the sensor.
When all sensors are ready, press "Ready". The system updates the software in
each sensor, showing a progress indicator beside each sensor. Several minutes
are required to complete this. When the screen indicates that all sensors are
finished, press "Exit" and the pop-up screen closes.
When DSP706 or DSP708 sensors are selected in "Sensor Type" the "Sensor Mount
Direction" setup option will appear. Select either Toe Arm Forward or Toe Arm Reward
depending on how the sensors are mounted to the vehicle.
The screen will indicate The sensor must be connected by cable for sensors that are not
already connected to the console by cable. Sensors must be connected to set channels,
however, channels may be scanned at any time, with or without a cable connection.
If there are sensors that are not set to the channel being used by the console, a screen
similar to the following screen will appear.
The yellow box around a channel indicates the associated sensor is not using the same
channel as the console. This sort of situation may occur, for example, when sensors are
borrowed from another aligner.
When "Scan Channel" is selected, the screen will be updated as shown below.
A maximum of thirteen channels will be scanned for other aligners in the proximity, or for
external noise including radio frequency interference.
The scanner will provide one of three conditions for each channel:
The NOISE designator is intended for comparative diagnostics. The "Last" and "Average"
percentages have meaning only if there is noise detected on a channel. The error percentage
is calculated using the number of received transmissions/theoretical maximum transmissions
during the sample time.
When using scan as a quick-check, the sample time may be as little as one scan through the
channels, if that is all that is needed. If intermittent noise is expected or experienced, a scan
may be run as long as needed to verify the existence and source of the noise.
If several or all of the channels show that noise is detected, it is recommended to let the scan
run for a period, while checking for causes of interference. For example, a nearby microwave
oven that is being used will cause most or all channels to be noisy. While running the scan, if
a microwave that is in use is turned off, the diagnostic window may indicate that the channels
have become clear. This is shown by the error percentage in the "Last" column dropping to 0,
and the "Average" column percentages going down.
It is recommended that other sources of noise in the area be checked by powering down the
suspected sources and watching the channel indicators on the screen.
When the scan is stopped, the channel will move back to the current console channel being
used as shown:
To change the console and sensor HF channel, highlight an available channel as shown
below.
Select "Set Channel". The console and sensors will be set to the selected channel as shown
below.
Continue holding the "K1" and "K4" keys down until a b appears on the remote indicators
display.
The pop-up window will show either the progress of the software being updated, or will show
that no software update is necessary.
WinAlign® can be set to automatically remind the user to calibrate the sensors periodically
every 30 days, 90 days, 180 days, or never.
Place a calibrated weight of at least 200 lbs. (90 kg.) on the weight plate.
The weight turnplate is now calibrated. Repeat process for all other weight turnplates.
The pop-up window will show the progress of the software update process.
Press or until the desired target type is highlighted. When a target type is
highlighted, a brief explanation of the group appears.
Press "OK" to set the default to the highlighted target type. The program stores this
information on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
Press or until the desired Camera Based alignment bay configuration has
been highlighted, and select "OK" to set the configuration.
When "Emitter Flash Mode" is selected, the "Emitter Flash Mode"" pop-up screen will appear.
Two options are available. If the user only wants the red emitters on the cameras to flash
when required by the alignment system, select "Flash During Alignment." If the user wished
the emitters to flash constantly, select "Flash Always."
Two options are available. Select "Standard Mode" for normal shop conditions. Select "Bright
Light Mode" when shop conditions have bright garage lighting, or intense sunlight/reflection
which may disrupt the targets.
When "Moveable Cameras Tracking Selection" is selected, the "Select Alignment Sensor
Type" pop-up screen will appear.
The main screen allows the selection of the mode the moveable cameras will operate in. For
more details on the different modes, refer to "Moveable Cameras."
NOTE: The camera lift system has limit switches that prevent
excessive travel. During either the down or up movement,
the operator may encounter those limit switches which will
stop motion. If that occurs, the operator should simply
release the arrow button and proceed with the remainder of
the procedure.
When the camera lift system is first installed, it will require the setting of the upper and lower
limits of the range of travel. Select "Set Range of Travel" to limit the maximum and minimum
travel of the cameras.
Use the up and down arrows on the keyboard to move the cameras to the maximum height of
travel and select "Set Maximum." Then move the cameras to the lowest point of travel and
select "Set Minimum." Press "OK" when done.
Tracking Range
Press the Menu Shift and select "Set Tracking Range" to set the compensation height and to
limit the maximum and minimum travel of the cameras when tracking.
Use the up and down arrows on the keyboard to move the cameras to the desired
compensation position and select "Set Compensation."
Use the up and down arrows on the keyboard to move the cameras to the maximum height of
travel and select "Set Maximum." Then move the cameras to the lowest point of travel and
select "Set Minimum." Press "OK" when done.
Use the menu shift, , key to move to the second row of softkeys.
Use the up and down arrow keys on the keyboard to move the camera lift to a desired
position.
Press the desired button and the associated preset will change to the current cross bar
position.
To change the preset text, use the mouse to right click on the desired text. The text will
change into edit mode.
Setting up VirtualView®
When "VirtualView Enable/Disable" is selected, the "VirtualView Enable/Disable" pop-up
screen will appear.
Press "VirtualView Caster Steer" to perform the caster steer while remaining in VirtualView®.
Press "Caster Steer with Bar Graphs" to perform the caster steer using the conventional bar
graphs.
Enable the setting by selecting "VirtualView WinToe". Conventional WinToe can be enabled
by selecting "WinToe with Bar Graphs".
Live ride height requires the special ride height fender-mounted targets that measure the
differences between the axis of rotation (spindle) and the wheel well. "Select Live Ride
Height" to enable, otherwise ride height values must be manually entered.
Press "Allow Online Ordering" to access a tools and kits online ordering page within
WinAlign®. Selected manufacturers products can be directly ordered from within the
program. Pressing "Disable Online Ordering" will disable this function.
Choose either the "Part List Inspection" or "Point and Click Inspection" mode. Press
or to highlight the desired entry. Press "OK" to set the default to the highlighted
selection. The program will store the information on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner
Set-Up" primary screen.
The "Part List Inspection" mode is a text only view of the inspection list with the parts listed by
category.
The "Point and Click Inspection" mode integrates Hunters standard parts inspection list, with
digital photos and 3-D parts drawings, all on the same screen.
NOTE: The Date and Time windows will vary depending on the
operating system in use on the aligner.
When all of the time and date options have been selected, press the "APPLY" button at the
bottom of the window. Then select "OK" to exit Time and Date Set-Up.
Press "12 Hour Clock Display" to set the clock on the logo screen to display in a 12 hour
format.
OR
Press "MM/DD/YY" to display the date as month, day, and year or "DD.MM.YY" to display the
date as day, month, and year.
The program stores the setting on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary
screen.
The display will prompt with the message, "The remote control channel has been successfully
updated". Select "OK" by pressing "K4" on the remote or by the softkeys on the keyboard.
After setting the remote's identification, the aligner will return to the "Aligner Set-Up" screen.
The "No Logging" mode will not record any logging information on your system.
The "Standard Logging" mode will record statistical information on your system. This
information will allow the service representative to determine how your aligner is being used.
The information is stored in C:\STATLOG.TXT.
The "Full Logging" mode will record statistical and debugging information on your system.
This information will allow the service representative to determine how your aligner is being
used and to diagnose problems. The information is stored in C:\STATLOG.TXT and
C:\DEBUG.TXT.
Press or to highlight the desired entry.
Press "OK" to set the default to the highlighted selection. The program will store the
information on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
If "Transmit Measurements to a file" is selected, the aligner will save the measurement to a
file on the computer or network.
If "Transmit Measurements to the serial port" is selected, the aligner will send the
measurements to the serial port. The measurements are sent at 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data
bits, and 1 stop bit.
Press or to highlight the desired entry.
Press "OK" to set the default to the highlighted selection. The program will store the
information on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
The pop-up screen indicates the current work order format. The default setting is for Custom
Forms. To change formats, use the arrow keys to highlight the appropriate work order format
and select "OK".
Selecting "Custom Forms" allows you to format the work order to include and determine the
fields of your choice. A to the left of the field identifies that the field is being included on the
work order. A + to the left of the field identifies that the field requires a mandatory entry before
it is completed.
In the Configure Work Order Format screen, the pointing device or the arrow keys can be
used to select a work order field.
To make a field mandatory or to include a field but not require mandatory entry, highlight the
desired field and select Make Mandatory/Make Non-Mandatory.
To rearrange the work order format, you may select to Move a Field Up or Move a Field
Down. Spaces can also be inserted into the work order by selecting "Insert Space".
There are also four user editable fields that can be customized for any data entry required.
When work order format changes are completed, select "OK". To return the work order format
to the initial default Set-Up, select "Revert To Default".
If the password is correct, the "Logon Enable" pop-up screen will appear with the current
setting on the screen.
Press "Enable Logon" to enable this option. This will require users to log on to the aligner
program to perform an alignment. A pop-up screen will appear reminding you to change the
password for the MANAGER logon.
Press "OK".
OR
Press "Disable Logon" to disable this option. Users may perform alignment without having to
log on.
The program stores the setting on the hard drive and returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary
screen.
When "Logon Registry" is selected, the "Edit User Registry" pop-up screen appears with the
current list of users displayed.
Press or to highlight the desired entry. Press "Edit User" to make changes
to the highlighted entry. The "Edit User Logon" pop-up screen will appear.
Press "Select Next Field" or "Enter" to move the cursor to the field or fields to be altered.
Make the desired changes, and then press "OK". The screen will return to the "Edit User
Registry" pop-up screen.
OR
Press "Add User" to add a user to the registry.
Press "Yes" to delete the entry from the logon registry or press "No" to keep the entry in the
logon registry.
The screen will return to the "Edit User Registry" pop-up screen.
Press "Exit". The program returns to the "Aligner Set-Up" primary screen.
When "Logon Password" is selected, the "Change Password" pop-up screen appears.
In the "Old Password" field, enter the old password, and then press "Select Next Field" or
to move the cursor to the next field.
In the "New Password" field, enter the new password, and then press "Select Next Field" or
to move the cursor to the next field.
In the "Verify Password" field, enter the new password again, and then press "OK". If the
entries in the "New Password" and "Verify Password" fields do not match, an error message
will appear asking to re-enter the password.
Press "OK" after all the desired changes have been made to exit Set-Up and save changes.
You can change the display to one of the other primary screens by pressing a softkey
OR
Press the or on the keyboard.
OR
Select the appropriate icon from the Procedure Bar.
Since there are four primary screens, only four softkeys are needed to do this. For example,
when showing the "Vehicle Measurements and Adjustments" primary screen, the second row
of softkeys are:
Popup screens are so named because they pop-up over primary screens or over other pop-
up screens. To perform an operation, such as recalling specifications from the database or
measuring caster, press the softkey with the corresponding label. A pop-up screen pops up
over the current screen to perform that operation, and the softkeys change to those needed
to support the operation.
5.2 Log On
The Log On option provides a way to identify the user. The primary use of log on is to allow a
user to customize alignment program settings according to his or her preferences in the setup
program. For example, Bob logs on to WinAlign® and changes the toe display format to
degrees, performs a number of alignments, and then logs off. When Bob logs on in the future,
his toe display format setting will be restored. All other users will not be affected by Bob’s
format preference.
The log on capability can be enabled or disabled in the setup program. The log on default is
"Disabled".
Types of Log On
Types of Log On
The log on feature supports two different log on types; Manager log on and User log on.
A user is anyone who performs alignments using the WinAlign® program. A log on identifies
the specific alignment program structure requested by the user.
The manager log on is typically used by one person. This person has administrative
privileges within the system.
User Log On
The "Log On" option supports multiple users. Typically, each alignment technician would be
assigned and use their own user log on.
Setup Items
When a user who is logged on changes a setup item, the change affects only the program
structure for that specific user. However, when a setup item is changed using the
"MANAGER" log on, the change affects all users with a log on that have not set up the item
selected by the manager.
For example, using the manager log on, Fred changes the toe display format to degrees and
minutes, and then logs off. Jim has not set up the toe display format, so when he logs on, the
toe display format will be degrees and minutes. Bob had already selected toe units in
degrees so, when he logs on, the toe display format will be degrees.
Logging On
The log on feature does not distinguish between upper case and lower case letters for log on
names or passwords. For example, if the password "ILOVEWINALIGN" is entered as
"ILoveWinAlign", this will be accepted as a valid password.
When log on is enabled, the "Begin Alignment" key on the logo screen is replaced with "Log
On".
Press "Log On". The "Log On" pop-up screen will appear.
Logging Off
Resetting the aligner will not log off a user. Turning the alignment console off will log off a
user.
To log off, press "Log Off" on the logo screen.
Log On Registry
When log on is enabled, only users that appear in the log on registry may log on to
WinAlign®. Users may be added or deleted from the log on registry by using the Set Up
Aligner function. Only the "MANAGER" can add or delete from the log on registry.
The registry contains the following information for each user that has been assigned a log on
name:
Log On Name A short name used to identify the user. This name is
what the user types into the Log On pop-up screen.
Full Name The users full name. This name will appear on the
Customer ID screen to identify the Technician and on
the reset screen as the current user.
Password A password to protect the user from having their
identity misrepresented. Passwords are never
displayed and can be left blank if desired.
User Number A number that represents each user in the
configuration database.
Log On Password
When log on is enabled, users that appear in the log on registry may log on to WinAlign®.
Users may change their password by selecting "Log On Password" from Aligner Setup.
NOTE: Mileage is stored in the work order and not in the vehicle
identification section.
The "Work Management" primary screen shows a summary of the work order, as shown
below. The information contained in the "Work Management" primary screen will depend on
whether or not the work order has been edited.
"Edit Customer Identification" and "Work Management" cannot be selected at the same time
from "Common Alignment Preferences".
"Work Management" may be accessed within WinAlign® without being selected in "Aligner
Setup" under Common Alignment Preferences".
If ShopResults.NET® has been enabled in "Setup" a field for the email address will
automatically be included in the Work Order.
If an error is made while entering the information, press the key to delete the last
character entered.
Corrections can be made by moving the cursor to the incorrect character and re-entering.
Press the right or left cursor arrow key to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press
Delete to remove the incorrect character, then press the correct character key.
The cursor indicates the position where characters will appear. The headings in blue identify
fields that the Work Order may be recalled by. These fields are: V.I.N., work order, customer
name, company, license number. The darker shaded areas are required information and the
program will not proceed until those areas have been entered.
Enter the required information using the keyboard. Press or to advance to the
next field. Press and to back up to the previous field.
If an error is made while entering the information, press the key to delete the last
character entered. Corrections can be made by moving the cursor to the incorrect character
and reentering. Press the right or left cursor arrow key to move the cursor to the incorrect
character. Press Delete to remove the incorrect character, then press the correct character
key.
To insert a character in the middle of a word, move the cursor to the character before the
position and press the character to be inserted.
To remove a character, move the cursor to the left of the character and press Delete. The
character will be removed and all other characters on the line will move to the left.
Press "OK" after entering the information. The display will return to the screen where Work
Management was accessed, or to the next display in the alignment procedure.
If a previous work order for the customer is found, press "Use Selected Item" to copy all of
the customers’ information to the current work order. Fill in any additional information
required, then press "OK" to continue with the alignment process.
The drop-down menu on the lower left portion of the screen allows you to sort the work
orders by many of the entries found on the edit screen such as:
work order last name
company zip code
home telephone number vehicle identification number
license make/model
technician mileage
tire tread depth date search
In addition to sorting the list, you can also perform searches on the list. For instance, if "Last
Name" is selected, a box will appear for the customer name to be entered. Enter the
customer's last name and press "Search" and only the work orders with that name will
appear.
Highlight the appropriate work order and select "Use Selected Item".
The upper portion of the display will list the customer information and vehicle alignment
measurements for that work order. Press the "Print Summary" key on the second row of
softkeys in order to create a printout of the results. Press "Use Selected Item" to create a new
work order with the same customer information.
Select the "Recall Specs" button, , to access the "Recall Specifications" pop-up screen.
Select the appropriate vehicle.
Edit the vehicle information for color and mileage, and press "OK" to continue with the
alignment.
Press "End Management" to return to the "Work Management" primary screen.
Format 1
Format 1 is the alternate format for most U.S. shops. This is a fixed format which is not
customizable. It also uses a different user interface than Custom Forms, as described below.
The cursor indicates the position where characters will appear. The darker shaded areas
identify fields that the Work Order may be recalled by. These fields are: customer name,
company, license number, technician, and mileage. Date of service also is a recall criteria
and is automatically entered.
Enter the required information using the keyboard. Press or to advance to the
next field. Press and to back up to the previous field.
If an error is made while entering the information, press the key to delete the last
character entered.
Corrections can be made by moving the cursor to the incorrect character and re-entering.
Press the right or left cursor arrow key to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press
"Delete" to remove the incorrect character, then press the correct character key.
To insert a character in the middle of a word, move the cursor to the character before the
position and press the character to be inserted.
To remove a character, move the cursor to the left of the character and press "Delete." The
character will be removed and all other characters on the line will move to the left.
Press "OK" after entering the information. The "Recall Specifications" pop-up screen will
appear.
If an error is made while entering the information, press the key to delete the last
character entered.
Corrections can be made by moving the cursor to the incorrect character and reentering.
Press the right or left cursor arrow key to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press
Delete to remove the incorrect character, then press the correct character key.
To insert a character in the middle of a word, move the cursor to the character before the
position and press the character to be inserted.
To remove a character, move the cursor to the left of the character and press Delete. The
character will be removed and all other characters on the line will move to the left.
Press "OK" after entering the information. The display will return to the screen where "Work
Management" was accessed, or to the next display in the alignment procedure.
If the customer data being entered matches the data in the current database, the work order
will automatically identify the number of matching work order(s) at the top of the screen.
Entering additional information in the work order may narrow the selection of matching work
orders. To view the matching work orders, select "View Work Order".
Adding a Note
If additional information needs to be added to the work order, select "Show Note". When
"Show Note" is selected, the "Work Order Note" screen will appear.
Anything can be typed in this area. Select "OK", when finished and the display will return to
the work order screen. The note will be hidden, shown only as a yellow box stating, A note is
attached. Select "Show Note" again to display, or edit the information.
The note will be printed on the bottom of the "Print Summary".
Recalling a Customer/Vehicle
Use Recall Customer to recall an existing customer/vehicle into the current work order.
Select "Edit Work Order" to make any necessary changes or updates. Press "Start Work" to
proceed with the alignment procedure.
Continue making selections until the desired worker order is chosen. The selected work order
will become the active work order.
Enter the desired information and press "OK". The customer will be added to the database
and the "Work Management" primary screen will appear.
OR
Press "Manage Database" on the "Work Management" primary screen.
The "Manage Work Management Database" pop-up screen will appear, as shown below.
Enter the desired information, and then press "OK". The "Recall Vehicle Specifications" pop-
up screen will appear.
Identify the vehicle the customer owns. Refer to Vehicle Specifications. When the vehicle has
been identified to the aligner, the "Edit Customer Identification" pop-up screen will appear
with the vehicle information added, as shown below.
Enter any additional information, and then press "OK". The "Manage Customer Database"
pop-up screen will appear.
Press "End Management" to return to the "Work Management" primary screen.
Press or to highlight the desired customer, then press "OK". The screen will
change to display a list of vehicles.
Press "Add New Vehicle". The "Recall Specifications" pop-up screen will appear.
Identify the vehicle the customer owns. Refer to Vehicle Specifications. When the vehicle has
been identified to the aligner, the "Edit Work Order" pop-up screen will appear with the
vehicle information added.
Edit the vehicle information and press "OK". The "Manage Work Management Database"
pop-up screen will appear.
Press "End Management" to return to the "Work Management" primary screen.
Press "OK" to save the entered changes. Press "End Management" to ignore any changes
and return to the "Manage Customer Database" pop-up screen.
Deleting a Customer
Press "Manage Database" on the "Work Management" primary screen. The "Manage Work
Management Database" pop-up screen will appear.
Press or to highlight the desired method of recalling the information, then
press "OK". The screen will change to display a list of customers.
Press or to highlight the desired customer, then press "Delete Customer".
A confirmation screen will appear with the statement "Deleting this customer will delete (X)
vehicles and (X) work orders! Are you sure you want to do this?" as shown below.
A confirmation screen will appear with the statement, "Deleting this vehicle will delete (X)
work orders! Are you sure you want to do this?" as seen below.
A confirmation pop-up screen will appear with the statement "Are you sure you want to delete
this Work Order?" as seen below.
Press "Yes" to delete the Work Order or "No" to keep the Work Order.
Press "End Management" to return to the "Work Management" primary screen.
To deselect a filter, press "Cancel Filter" on the "Manage Work Management Database" pop-
up screen.
To filter data, press "Manage Database" on the "Work Management" primary screen. The
"Manage Work Management Database" pop-up screen will appear.
Create or recall a filter, then press "OK" on the "Create/Edit Filter Set" pop-up screen. The
"Manage Work Management Database" pop-up screen, with a yellow box stating the filter is
on, will appear in the upper right hand corner, as shown below.
Recalling a Filter
Press "Recall Filter". A pop-up screen will appear listing the stored filters.
Press or to highlight the desired filter, then press "OK". The "Create/Edit
Filter Set" pop-up screen will appear with the criteria in the criteria box.
Editing Criteria
Press or to highlight the desired criteria.
Press "Edit Criteria". The "Edit Criteria" pop-up screen will appear with the cursor in the "Field
Names" box.
Press or to highlight the desired field name.
Press "Next Field" to move the cursor to the "Operation" box.
Press or to highlight the desired operation.
Press "Next Field" to move the cursor to "String" or "Date" box.
To create a form letter, press "Manage Database" on the "Work Management" primary
screen. The "Manage Work Management Database" pop-up screen will appear, as shown
below.
Press "OK". The "Form Letter" pop-up screen will appear, as shown below. A new letter can
be created or a letter may be recalled.
NOTE: The text will automatically wrap in the box. Do not use the
enter key to move text to the next line. Forced returns will
make the layout of the printed letter incorrect. Press the
"enter" key only when starting a new paragraph.
Press or to highlight the desired field, then press "OK". The "Form Letter"
pop-up screen will appear with the additional field. Repeat this procedure to add more fields.
To delete a field:
Position the cursor directly in front of the field and press "Delete".
OR
Position the cursor in the field name and press "Backspace" or "Delete".
OR
Position the cursor directly behind the field and press "Backspace".
To see how the letter will appear when printed, press "Print Sample". An example of the letter
will print.
To save a form letter:
Press "Save Form Letter". The Form Letter pop-up screen will appear.
Press "Replace" to save as the current selected letter, or press "Save As" to save
the letter with a new title.
Enter the name of the letter, then press "OK". The letter will be stored on the
hard drive.
Press "Set up Printer" to open the "Print Manager" and set up the printer.
Press "OK" to return "Work Management Reports" pop-up screen.
Press "End Reports" to return to the "Manage Work Management Database" pop-up screen.
Press "End Management" to return to the "Work Management" primary screen.
Charting Alignments
The number of alignments performed can be calculated and illustrated in a chart for a quick
analysis.
Press "Make Reports". The "Work Management Reports" pop-up screen will appear, as
shown below.
Press or to highlight the desired chart. After a few seconds a pop-up screen
with the chart will appear, as shown below.
Press "Make Reports". The "Work Management Reports" pop-up screen will appear, as
shown below.
Place the pointing device in the picture area on a parts sensitive box located on any part
on the corresponding list on the right. This will simultaneously display an arrow leading from
the related part in the parts list.
OR
Select an item from parts list viewed on the right side of the picture. Again, Point and Click
will display the related parts sensitive box on the screen and a related arrow pointing to
the part selected.
Context Sensitive Menus for Point and Click or Inspection Parts List
Point and Click and Inspection Parts List both feature a context sensitive menu option.
This feature can be selected from two areas of the display.
Select a part from the parts list view. Press and hold down the pointing device on a selected
part for inspection.
OR
Press and hold down on the parts sensitive box (in the photo/illustration area) or anywhere
on the part or assembly. The program will automatically move the inspection parts list to that
particular item.
The three status options (Item has been Checked, Suggest Replacement, Require
Replacement) match the selections reviewed above.
Another selection, MAP Guidelines, refers the user to the Motorist Assurance Program
Uniform Inspection & Communication Standards Help File. For more information on the
Motorist Assurance Program, visit Hunters World Wide Web Site at http://www.hunter.com, or
call MAP Headquarters at 202-466-7050.
Click and hold a movie camera icon , and a context sensitive menu will appear.
Pressing will pause the video, and will restart the video after it has been paused.
Pressing will return you to the Inspection Parts Listing.
After the video ends, you will be returned to the Inspection Parts Listing.
Sorting Options/Category
In the Inspection Category Listing, it is also possible to change the presentation order in the
following three categories. (Shown in the previous illustration)
Sort by Illustration - the default sort method - primarily will sort the group of
parts by photographic images and illustrations for the vehicle specifications
selected.
Sort by Part Name - will sort the parts list into an alphabetical order against the
vehicle specification selected. Each time a different part is selected from the list,
the photo will change to match that selected part.
Sort by Part Type - will sort the Inspection Category List by the steering, brakes,
driveline, suspension, etc. in an ascending order.
Select one of the above options by highlighting a part from the inspection category. This
sorting option is located in the context sensitive menu along with the other inspection options.
Selecting on a Sub-Group under a Group will display all related parts to be inspected. Press
or until the desired part or assembly is highlighted.
Sub-Groups are the groups that are related under the Group selected such as Brake and
Wheel.
Select "Front Disc Brakes" and the final Parts List will display for setting the status.
Re-selecting on group, for example, "Brake and Wheel", will return the screen to the main
group selections.
Selecting this option will print the illustration for the selected part. It will not print illustrations
for all parts. The Include illustration on printout option will have to be enabled for each part
that has been checked.
Any notation entered on this screen for a particular part will appear on printouts. A note can
be added to any part that is added to the printout. For example, if the note "The brakes are
heavily worn." is entered on the "Add Notes" screen, it will then appear on a printout.
Sorting by illustration will sort the data by each illustration, and then by each part contained in
an illustration. The advantage of using this sort is that all the parts for a given area are readily
available.
For example, if the front steering/suspension/brake/driveline illustration is the selection, then
all parts related to the illustration are listed in the scrollable area of the window.
It is more convenient to check off parts as being inspected, suggesting replacement, or
requiring replacement, when they are grouped together.
Select the condition that describes the symptom to view the procedures.
The MAP Guidelines are presented in a Help file. Pressing "MAP Guidelines" will initiate a
Help session.
The screen will have eight buttons at the top of the Help window. To select these buttons,
double click on the button with a light pen or mouse, or press the letter on the keyboard
corresponding to the underlined letter of the button label.
Selecting the button labeled "Contents" will cause the Table Of Contents to appear. Pressing
to highlight a green, underlined phrase, then pressing will change the screen to an
explanation of the highlighted item.
If you are using a light pen or mouse, double click on a green, underlined phrase to see the
explanation.
Selecting the button labeled "Search" will cause another screen to appear. A key word or
phrase can be entered from the keyboard or selected from the list provided. Click on the "Go
To" button with a light pen or mouse, or press , and an explanation of the word or phrase will
appear.
Selecting the button labeled "Back" will retrace the path taken through the Help topics.
Selecting the button labeled "History" will cause a screen to appear listing, in sequential
order, every Help viewed during the current Help session.
Selecting the button labeled "Exit" will end the Help session and return the screen to the
alignment in progress.
Selecting the button labeled "Print" will cause the topic in the HELP window to printout.
Selecting either of the arrow buttons will offer a series of related topics that may help to
explain the currently selected topic.
Some topics in the MAP file include text that is linked to other MAP topics. These links are
called jumps.
Jump text is usually green and underlined. When you point to a jump, the arrow turns into the
shape of a hand.
Cradle Inspection
Cradle to body alignment should be inspected and adjusted when necessary, before
continuing with the alignment procedure
Press "Cradle Inspection" on the "Vehicle Inspection" primary screen for information about
cradle positioning for those vehicles having full cradle designs. The "Cradle Illustrations" pop-
up screen will appear with an inspection illustration and instructions.
Select "Tools and Kits" from the drop down menu. The "Tools and Kits" screen for the angle
that it was chosen from will appear.
Access Tools and Kits from the ExpressAlign screen by selecting the "Show Tools and Kits"
softkey.
Access Tools and Kits from Illustrate Adjustments on the "Vehicle Measurements and
Adjustments" screen by choosing "Illustrate Adjustments" from the softkeys. The
"Adjustments Illustrations" screen will appear.
From the "Adjustments Illustrations" screen, select "Tools and Kits". The tools and kits for the
angle that is being viewed will appear on the screen. In this example, the "Tools and Kits"
screen for Front Camber will come into view.
Clicking on the button will zoom in on the selected tool or kit. Selecting a tool on the Tools
and Kits main screen and clicking on Zoom will also give a closer look at the tool or kit that is
selected.
Some tools and kits will also display a description or more information about the tool or kit.
The following is the Zoom for a Northstar wedge kit.
By choosing "Rear Toe", the Tools and Kits menu will change to the following screen. Note
that the newly selected angle now appears in the Combo-box, and that the tools and kits
icons have changed to those needed for rear toe adjustment.
Change the Angle from the Tools and Kits Softkeys as follows:
For example, if the Front Toe angle is being viewed, and "Next Angle" is chosen, the tools
and kits screen will advance to Front Camber. Next screens appear in the order that they are
in on the Combo-box drop down menu.
Tools and Kits has several videos available for viewing installation of a particular kit, or the
use of special tools.
Videos are accessible from the Tools and Kits main screen by clicking on the icon that
appears in the upper right corner of the tool or kit that has an associated video.
When play is selected, the video will appear and begin to play. The video screen will display
a horizontal tool bar that can be used move to any point, from beginning to end, in the video.
The special keys on the video bar perform specific tasks that can be activated by clicking on
the button. Pressing will pause the video, and will restart the video after it has been
paused. Pressing will return you to the Tools and Kits screen. After the video ends, the
Tools and Kits screen will reappear.
Select or de-select the checkboxes next to the individual manufacturers to display. Hand
tools can also be selected or de-selected.
Individual vehicles and vehicle manufacturers will have different options at the top of the
screen. The vehicle shown above is an early 80s Chevrolet 4x4 pickup. A 2002 Toyota
Camry, shown below, only has one option for hand tools. No aftermarket kits currently exist
for this vehicle.
All manufacturers can be selected at once by selecting the "Show All Manufacturers" softkey.
On certain specialty tools, kits, and parts an Order Now icon will be available. When
zooming in on a selection that has this option a "Order Now" softkey will also be available.
NOTE: To use the Order Now option the aligner have an Internet
connection. All Order Now transactions must be completed
using a credit card only.
When selecting "Order Now", WinAlign® will connect to the Internet and access a website for
online ordering.
The screen will display a detailed description of the part and its application.
Once the update is complete the site will return to the parts ordering page that will include the
shipping information. Select "Order Now" to place the order request.
When "Order Now" has been selected the program will open the appropriate supplier parts
ordering page.
Add the appropriate quantity to the cart and proceed with checkout. Each suppliers website
ordering procedures may be different, but follow general online shopping methods.
5.6 On-The-Job-Training
Requires DIGITAL-VIDEO Option.
OJT uses on-screen animations and video to convey simple, concise, instruction to the
technician for three major alignment related categories.
WinAlign® Operation
Alignment Concepts
Vehicle Adjustments
OJT is designed to be used with the WinAlign Multimedia CD-ROMs when no alignments are
being performed.
OJT is accessed from the softkeys on the logo screen.
To exit OJT, select the "Exit" icon at the bottom right side of the display. This will
automatically return you to the WinAlign program at the Logo screen.
At anytime in the OJT program you may return to the primary screen by selecting the "Main
Menu" icon located at the bottom right hand side.
After passing the primary screen in OJT program, all secondary screens will be provided with
a "Previous Screen" icon, located at the bottom of every icon selection. Selecting this icon will
prompt the technician to the previous screen viewed.
The work order information is automatically entered into the correct fields within the Work
Management screen.
When the work order is completed, the results of the alignment are transmitted to the network
manager.
The results can be viewed and printed from the shop management software, as illustrated
below.
Accessing VideoTech
To access VideoTech, from the logo screen expand the softkeys to display the "VideoTech"
softkey. The VideoTech softkey is also available under the Service Programs tier of softkeys.
VideoTech is also accessed within the alignment procedure. Place the cursor over an
alignment bar graph, click and hold, and a drop down menu will display with the VideoTech
option available, as shown in the close-up below.
Scroll through the list and select the appropriate subject by highlighting it. When highlighted,
a window will display at the top of the screen with a brief description and screen shots from
the video chosen.
Press the "Play Selection" softkey when the appropriate selection is highlighted.
Video Controls
There are two types of controls on the VideoTech screen: audio and video. When the video
displays, the bottom of the screen will contain the video controls. The bar that runs from left
to right shows the progression of the running film clip.
The bar is also used to fast forward or rewind the selection, stopping it at any given point. At
the end of the bar is a Stop button, , a Pause button, , and a Play button, . The clip
can be paused and re-started as necessary.
Once the Stop button is pressed, the video stops playing and the display returns to the
VideoTech video menu.
The right side of the screen will contain the volume-adjust control bar, . By sliding the bar
up or down the volume can be adjusted accordingly, without adjusting the volume on the
aligner cabinet. If the sound is fully adjusted and the volume is still too low, then the aligner
cabinet volume will have to be increased.
This document provides information that describes how vehicle manufacturing audit sites can
send information to a serial port or to save to a file, using WinAlign® version 5.0 or higher
software. Refer to"4.11 Transmitting Measurements".
There are several possible formats that may be used for transmitting the measurements. Two
of the formats exist for backward compatibility with the Hunter 111 Alignment Systems. The
two new formats introduced in WinAlign 5.1 provide complete alignment angle data. These
formats also provide a significant amount of additional information including date, time,
customer information, vehicle information, and sensor status. One of these formats includes
status information with each angle; the other format includes only the value for each angle.
The user can choose the format and whether to send data to a file or to the serial port within
the Setup feature in WinAlign.
The transmit measurement function can be accessed on the measurement screen at any
time by pressing and .
When and is pressed, the measurements will be transmitted through the serial port
or to a file.
Keep wheel adaptor rods cleaned and lubricated. Lubricate as needed with a coating of light
lubricant such as WD-40.
HF Pod
The DSP250-HF, DSP258-HF, DSP306-HF, and DSP308-HF sensors communicate with the
aligner console using high frequency. Radio waves are transmitted and received from the
sensors and the HF Pod that is located on top of the aligner console.
In rare instances, the HF Pod may receive interference from electronic devices in the
neighborhood (primarily microwave ovens). The HF system can be easily configured to use
different frequencies to minimize interference. However, microwave ovens create
considerable energy over a broad band. The best way to avoid interference from microwave
ovens is to turn them off during an alignment. In instances when the microwave use cannot
be controlled, distance is the best remedy for microwave interference. The aligner should be
placed a minimum of 30 feet from the microwave oven to minimize interference.
Temporary loss of signal may occur because the radio waves of an individual sensor are not
being well received by the HF Pod. When this happens, move the mobile cabinet at least 2 or
3 inches (51 to 76 mm) in any direction.
Temporary interference problems can be solved by connecting the sensors to the aligner
console through the sensor cables instead of by radio.
The four LED stick-type displays on the HF Pod indicate the integrity of communication
between the aligner console and the four sensors.
Refer to Aligner Set Up for details on Setting Up HF Channels.
NOTE: Make sure the main power switch at the rear of the console
is left on and the outlet that supplies power to the aligner is
on. K and P cabinets are equipped with a computer, printer
and CRT, but still provide power to the charging stations
when using the standby power switch. This standby power
switch is located on the front or side of the cabinet.
To prevent premature degradation of battery performance, the charger has to replace 125%
of the energy that was removed from the battery. It is not necessary to fully discharge the
batteries before charging. However, it is important they be charged fully.
Charging Information
To recharge the batteries when the sensors are not in use, place the wheel adaptors (with the
sensors still mounted) on the cabinet storage hanger and leave the main aligner power ON.
The contacts on the back of the sensors will match the contacts on the front of the storage
hangers.
Any time batteries are being charged, the Red/Green charge indicator light on the sensor will
be illuminated.
You should expect at least 8 hours of continuous use from a fully charged battery.
If you are not getting this amount of usage time, the most likely cause is inadequate charging
time.
Batteries that are consistently subjected to partial charging rather than full charge cycles will
permanently lose capacity.
Charging time for a fully discharged battery with the sensor power switch turned OFF, is 12 to
14 hours. Three or four times this interval would be required if the sensors were left ON
during the charge cycle. It is very important that the sensors be turned OFF during charging.
The sensors power switch is located on the sensor next to the charge indicator LED.
Charging overnight with the sensors power switches set to OFF will provide a proper charge.
Our charging system cannot over-charge the batteries. If you’re not using the sensors,
charge them!
The sensor batteries are rated for 200 full charge/discharge cycles, making their life
expectancy about one year for the customer that consistently discharges them 100%. Life
expectancy for batteries with lower usage can be significantly longer.
In a shop with extended service hours, there are some things you can do to prolong battery
life:
Additional Information:
The charge light indicator turning from yellow to green is an indication that the charging mode
has switched from a fast charge mode into a trickle charge mode. It does not mean that the
battery is 100% charged. A fully discharged battery should be allowed to trickle charge a
minimum of five hours to ensure a full charge.
Any sensor that is powered up after being off for a while will initially indicate 100% capacity
on the aligner screen. This is not an accurate indication of the charge state of the battery.
Within 5 to 10 minutes of operation, the on-screen battery level indicator will settle at its true
value. The individual wheels on the screen are color-coded to indicate the actual battery
condition.
The following is an indication of battery charging condition:
Green = Fully charged or partially charged
Red (with battery recharging icon) = requires charging
Yellow = Weak battery
The charging circuit has been fine tuned to work specifically with part number 194-18-2.
Replacement batteries, Eagle Picher part number HE6V7.7, Panasonic part numbers
LCR6V9.0P or LC-R067R2P, and B & B Battery part number BP7-6-T1 are available from
Hunter, or Eagle Picher, Panasonic, or B & B Battery distributors. Substituting different
batteries is not recommended.
NOTE: Make sure the main power switch at the rear of the console
is left ON and the outlet that supplies power to the aligner is
on. K, R, and P cabinets are equipped with a computer,
printer and CRT, but still provide power to the charging
stations when using the standby power switch. This standby
power switch is located on the front or side of the cabinet.
To prevent premature degradation of battery performance, the charger has to replace 125%
of the energy that was removed from the battery. It is not necessary to fully discharge the
batteries before charging. However, it is important they be charged fully.
Charging Information
To recharge the batteries when the sensors are not in use, place the wheel adaptor sensor
assemblies on the cabinet storage hanger and leave the main aligner power on. The shoe on
which the sensor hangs acts as the (neg) terminal, and the insulated contact is the + (pos)
terminal.
Any time batteries are being charged the charge indicator light on the sensor will be
illuminated.
The charge indicator light turning from red to yellow is an indication that the charging mode
has switched from a fast charge mode into a trickle charge mode. It does not mean that the
battery is 100% charged. A fully discharged battery should be allowed to trickle charge a
minimum of five hours to ensure a full charge. The charge indicator light turns green after
approximately 6-8 hours of trickle, indicating the charger has entered float mode, which
maintains the battery at full charge indefinitely.
In a shop with extended service hours, there are some things you can do to
prolong battery life:
When the sensors are not being used to perform alignments, they should be stored on the
charging hangers with sensor power switched off. At a minimum, turn the sensors OFF
between alignments. Any charging accomplished throughout the day helps maintain the
batteries at peak performance, and helps extend their life.
If you have one day out of the week when alignments are not performed, you can let the
sensors charge continuously for 24 hours or longer. This should undo the effects of any
undercharging that occurred during the previous week. This sort of prolonged charging will
only be effective at restoring full capacity to the batteries if performed regularly. Once a week
is the recommended minimum.
The charging circuit has been fine tuned to work specifically with Hunter batteries, part
number 194-23-2 (Powersonic part number PS-1223). Substituting different batteries is not
recommended.
A sensor that is being used, and has a low battery, can retain its measurement data if a hot
swap battery replacement is made. Hot swapping the battery requires that the user replaces
the battery, and then tilts the sensor completely forward, then completely backward. The
sensor settings will be restored and the alignment can proceed.
The wireless remote indicator contains a 12VDC sealed lead acid rechargeable battery. To
get the maximum life out of the battery, follow these three rules:
1. If the wireless remote indicator is not in use, charge it.
2. Switch the wireless remote indicator OFF during charging.
3. Charge for eleven to thirteen hours, and/or provide an extended charge
time (24 hours or longer) at least once a week.
To prevent premature degradation of battery performance, the charger has to replace 125%
of the energy that was removed from the battery. It is not necessary to fully discharge the
batteries before charging. However, it is important they be fully charged.
Battery Indicator:
The battery indicator is located on the face of the remote.
The amount of charge in the battery corresponds to the amount of green LEDs illuminated
within the battery.
Charging information:
NOTE: The battery can also be removed from the remote indicator
and charged in a cabinet-mounted or table-top battery
charger.
To recharge the batteries within the remote indicator, either connect to the Aligner cabinet
with a Burndy cable or hang the unit from the remote indicator charger.
The main power switch at the rear of the console needs left
ON when the remote indicator or external charger is
connected to the Burndy to charge the battery.
Leave the main aligner power on. The two contacts on backside match the (neg) terminal,
and the + (pos) terminal on the charging station.
Batteries that are consistently subjected to partial charging rather than full charge cycles will
permanently lose capacity.
Charging time for a fully discharged battery with the power switch turned OFF is 11 to 13
hours. A longer charging time would be required if the remote indicator is left ON during the
charge cycle. It is important that the remote indicator be turned OFF during dedicated
charging times (such as overnight). The wireless remote indicators power switch is located
below the Burndy connector. Charging overnight with the wireless remote indicators power
switch set to OFF will provide a proper charge.
Charge indicator:
Any time the battery is being charged within the remote indicator, the indicator located below
the Burndy connector is illuminated.
The charge indicator light is red when in fast charge mode.
The charge indicator light turning from red to yellow is an indication that the charging mode
has switched from a fast charge mode into a trickle charge mode. It does not mean that the
battery is 100% charged. A fully discharged battery should be allowed to trickle charge a
minimum of five hours to ensure a full charge.
The charge indicator light turns green after approximately 6-8 hours of trickle, indicating the
charger has entered float mode, which maintains the battery at full charge indefinitely.
In a shop with extended service hours, there are some things you can do to prolong battery
life:
When the remote indicator is not being used to perform alignments, it should be stored on the
charging hangers with power switched off. At a minimum, turn the remote indicator OFF
between alignments. Any charging accomplished throughout the day helps maintain the
battery at peak performance, and helps extend its life.
If you have one day out of the week when alignments are not performed, you can let the
remote indicator charge continuously for 24 hours or longer. This should undo the effects of
any undercharging that occurred during the previous week. This sort of prolonged charging
will only be effective at restoring full capacity to the batteries if performed regularly. The
recommended minimum is once a week.
Additional information:
The charging circuit has been designed to work specifically with Hunter batteries, part
number 194-23-2 (Powersonic part number PS-1223). Substituting different batteries is not
recommended.
Target Maintenance
Keeping the Camera Based targets clean is the only required maintenance.
Noticeable dirt build-up, oil or grease can cause target identification problems. In the sensor
status pop-up screen, either of the two icons (shown below) identifies sensors that possibly
need cleaning. The text would appear with the icon above the plan view.
When cleaning, use a mild window cleaning solution and soft paper towels to wipe off the
targets and wheel adaptors. Do NOT spray cleaner directly on the target.
Do NOT use shop towels to clean targets, not even new ones.
Keep wheel adaptor rods cleaned and lubricated. Lubricate as needed with a coating of light
lubricant such as WD-40.
Camera Maintenance
Keep hands and tools away from the camera lens area.
DO NOT attempt to clean the camera lens with standard window cleaner and a cloth, or by
blowing on them with shop air. If cleaning ever becomes necessary, it should be done with
special optical cleaning fluid (such as lens cleaner available at camera stores) and/or canned
air (available at computer stores).
Other than cleaning, all maintenance of the camera should be referred to an authorized
Hunter Service Representative.
Do NOT use shop towels to clean targets, not even new ones.
Keep wheel adaptor rods cleaned and lubricated. Lubricate as needed with a coating of light
lubricant such as WD-40.
CAUTION: Do not lubricate the center screw shaft of the wheel adaptor.
If the adapters are lubricated they should be careful to avoid
lubricating the center screw shaft.
NOTE: Keeping the targets clean will ensure the best accuracy.
Armor All® Glass Wipes is the preferred cleaning product, chosen for the film-free results
after the cleaning solution evaporates.
Completely wipe the entire face of target.
With an unused portion of the wipe (such as the opposite side), completely wipe the face a
second time.
The target is ready for use in 30 to 60 seconds, after the cleaning solution completely
evaporates.
Operation
The toggle switch turns the power ON and OFF.
The up or down arrow keys move the beam up or down, respectively. The beam moves only
while the key is depressed and can be positioned at any height by using these keys.
The warning beeper repeatedly sounds as long as the beam is moving. This alerts anyone
nearby that the beam is in motion.
Preset Keys
The keys between the up and down arrow keys allow the beam to be positioned at preset
heights. To set a preset key, do the following:
Use the up and down keys to move the beam to the desired height.
Press and hold the M (memory) key.
Press the desired preset key.
Listen for three quick beeps. This confirms that the height setting has been
stored in memory.
Release the keys.
Safety Switches
The safety switches monitor the travel of the crossbeam. The safety switch is activated when
the crossbeam is raised by means other than the mechanical lift (such as a stationary object
impeding the lowering movement of a crossbeam).
If the crossbeam is moving and the safety switches actuate, crossbeam movement stops and
the warning beeper sounds continuously. The beeping is intended to summon help, if the
crossbeam movement is blocked. The beeping continues until acknowledged.
Press the R (reset) key on the control panel to stop the beeping.
Operation
Position the lever in the lower position to place cameras in the bottom position.
Position the lever in the upper position to place cameras in the top position.
Basic Operation
When the Camera Lift system has been installed, the Camera Lift icon appears in the lower
right portion of the screen below the procedure bar.
There are three modes of operation: Manual, Target Tracking, Rack Tracking (FIA Only).
Manual
Double clicking the icon with the left mouse button causes the Camera Lift Pop-up Screen to
appear.
To drive the Camera Lift, press one of the 4 preset buttons with the left mouse button or the
keyboard number keys 1, 2, 3 and 4. The Camera Lift will move to the predefined positions
indicated by the black lines.
Alternately, the user can press and hold down the up or down arrow key using the left mouse
button or the keyboard arrow keys. This drives the Camera Lift in the desired direction until
the key is released.
At any time, the "Stop" button can be pressed to terminate the Camera Lift movement of the
preset buttons.
There are 3 ways to remove the Camera Lift Screen:
Pressing the "Exit" button.
Double clicking on the Camera Lift icon.
Allowing the screen to “time out” after a preset position has been reached.
When ever the user presses the preset buttons, the screen will automatically be removed
several seconds after the position has been reached unless the operator presses another key
on the Camera Lift Screen.
The camera lift will automatically go to a predefined compensation height when the alignment
procedure is on the compensation screen. On subsequent screens, the camera lift will move
up or down as the rack is adjusted and the targets get near the limits of the camera's view.
Upper and lower tracking limits can be programmed to limit unnecessary travel.
At any time the operator can manually control the camera lift as described in the "Manual"
section above. Target Tracking resumes once the Camera Lift screen is exited.
In this mode the camera lift will track the height of the rack as the rack is raised or lowered.
Upper and lower tracking limits can be programmed to limit unnecessary travel. At any time
the operator can manually control the camera lift as described in the "Manual" section above.
Rack Tracking resumes once the Camera Lift screen is exited.
Customizing
Refer to "Setting Up Moveable Cameras Tracking Selection" for details.
Setup
Refer to "Setting Up Moveable Cameras Tracking Selection" for details.
Place the CD/DVD-ROM in the tray with the printed surface side up.
Press the eject button again to close the CD/DVD-ROM player door.
6.6 Mouse
A mouse is the standard pointing device used with 611 and 811/WA Series Aligners.
A flat surface is needed to operate the mouse efficiently. Use Mouse Pad Kit, 20-1434-1, on
811/WA. The driver for the mouse is installed at the factory.
A light pen and a mouse may both be installed and used.
Program Shell command lines must begin with a command, followed by the parameters
required to execute the command. The following are the command lines used by Program
Shell:
PROGRAM
MENUTEXT
LOGOONLY
SOFTKEY
IFEXISTS
STARTUP
DIRECTORY
PROGRAM identifies the executable command line of a specific program. This is how
Program Shell knows which program is being used for the commands that follow.
MENUTEXT adds the program identified in the PROGRAM line as a choice on a pop-up
menu. Popup menus appear on bar graphs and in Point and Click Inspection screens.
The example, vocabulary item x1A000000, provides the vocabulary item on the softkey and
menu item, which identifies Braketester.
# To avoid absolute paths, the following syntax
# can be used. The string %HEP% will be replaced
# with the HEPROGS directory with the appropriate
# drive letter to produce
# C:\HEPROGS\braketst\execute\braketst.exe.
PROGRAM %HEP%\braketst\execute\braketst.exe
MENUTEXT x1A000000
LOGOONLY
SOFTKEY x1A000000
WinAlign modifies files when any of the following occur: setup is changed, a vehicle
specification is stored, a vehicle specification note is stored, the logon registry is changed, a
work order is stored, a form letter is stored or a filter is stored.
Backup Procedure
Select "Start Backup". The program defaults to installing on a floppy disk on the "A:" drive.
Select "Change Directory" to install in a different location.
Insert removable media into the appropriate drive, or select "C:" to install on the aligner hard
drive.
WinAlign® will check the media for formatting, write-protection, and the existence of previous
back up data. If the media contains an earlier backup, WinAlign will inform the user that the
disk contains data, and asks for confirmation to overwrite the information. Select "OK" to
proceed with the backup.
CAUTION: If the media contains the latest backup prior to the one being
performed, it is recommended not overwrite the disk. Select
NO. WinAlign will prompt to insert another removable media.
Insert a disk, either blank or from another set, and begin
backup process again.
If the backup requires more than one disk or media, WinAlign will prompt to remove, and
label as WinAlign Backup followed by the disk number and the current date and time and to
insert a new disk for each disk required to complete a successful backup.
After WinAlign completes the backup procedure, the user will be prompted that backup was
successfully completed. Select "OK" and exit backup program.
Label the floppy disk(s) or media as "WinAlign Backup" followed by the disk number and the
current date and time.
If the backup data being restored requires more than one disk, WinAlign will prompt the user
to insert each disk in the set (one at a time) to verify each disk. Remove and insert the
appropriate disk as requested.
If you do not have all of the disks for the restore procedure,
you can cancel Restore at this time by selecting Cancel.
CAUTION: After WinAlign has verified all the disks in the backup set, it
will prompt to insert disk one of the set again. It is at this
point that the restore procedure begins. If the restore
procedure is interrupted at any time during the process, one
or more files in WinAlign may be corrupted. This would
require a complete re-installation of WinAlign.
Select "OK" when the Restore completed successfully screen appears, and exit the restore
program.
Electronic keys can be placed in any of the available sockets on the Hunter Interconnect
Board and/or the electronic key holder. It does not matter which key is in which socket.
A red key is always required to run WinAlign. A green key is required to access the Factory
Specification Database. If the aligner has a CD-ROM an orange key is required to use the
WinAlign features which access the CD-ROM, such as the digital photos (adjustment
illustrations and inspection illustrations) or the MPEG video segments (Just-In-Time Training
and adjustments videos).
WinAlign will NOT operate properly if the required electronic keys are not installed!
Additional keys can be used to allow access to other features within WinAlign. An additional
orange key provides access to Digital-VIDEO and Digital-PHOTO. A yellow key provides
access to features that meet the needs of certain national accounts.
The reminder can be set for every 90 days, every 180 days, or never. It is recommended to
perform calibration at least every six months.
The calibration procedures must be followed carefully. An accurate calibration will not be
obtained if procedure performance is rushed.
The information in this section is applicable to all DSP100, 200, 250, 306, 308, 506, and 508
Series Sensors unless otherwise indicated.
NOTE: The sensor shafts must be fully inserted into the shaft hubs.
The hex-shaped shoulder of the sensor shaft must contact
the flat face end of the calibration shaft.
Connect the sensors to the console using the sensor cables, as shown below.
NOTE: Both front and rear calibration shafts must be level and the
fixture must not rock.
Screw down the two front RED screws (in the fixture baseplate) to meet the table surface.
The fixture should now be resting solidly on five leveling screws (two RED and one SILVER
at the front, and two SILVER at the rear).
Leveling DSP100, DSP200, and DSP250 Series Sensors:
Level each rear sensor by observing the level in the sensor and tightening the sensor lock
knob.
Level the front sensors by resting the toe arms on the toe arm supports at the front of the
calibration fixture. A small weight (one or two ounces) should be placed on the top of each
toe arm to hold it against the support.
Press the menu shift key, , until the "Service Programs" softkey is displayed.
Press the "Service Programs" softkey.
Press the "Calibrate Aligner" softkey.
NOTE: When the sensors are mounted on the calibration shafts, the
weight of the sensors causes the shafts to bend downward
slightly. When the camber transducers are zero adjusted,
their measurements are offset from zero by the amount of
this droop, and so a small offset equal to this droop is
applied to the zero calibration coefficient. This means that
the camber transducers should not measure zero when
mounted on the calibration fixture and shown on the
diagnostics screens. If the compensated angles are shown,
the camber transducers should directly measure the droop.
Because the different sensor types have different weights,
the offset varies as well. The displayed compensated
camber angle should correspond to the following chart.
NOTE: Power must not be removed from the sensors during the
calibration procedure. If a sensor loses power, the data
saved during intermediate steps will be lost. The screen will
inform you that this has occurred, and will automatically
restart the procedure.
The screen shows the status of each sensor and of each transducer. Go to the "Sensor
Diagnostics" screen to verify that the transducers function properly and that the boresight
readings are within limits.
Press "Ready" when the sensors are ready to calibrate. The system will wait until the
necessary transducer readings are stable, and then will capture the first readings.
CAUTION: Do not rush the calibration process. The more patient and
careful you are, the better the calibration will be.
The screen will prompt you, step-by-step, through the remaining steps of the procedure,
which include some combination of mounting prisms, tilting the fixture with spacers,
compensating the sensors for runout, and leveling the sensors for zero calibration. The actual
steps to be performed will vary, depending on which sensors and transducers are to be
calibrated.
Zero Calibration
CAUTION: Perform this step slowly and carefully. The most critical
calibration of an alignment sensor is Zero Calibration.
After compensating for runout, when the screen prompts, remove all prisms and spacers.
Verify that the sensors are in the position that will be called ZERO.
Verify that all spacers and prisms are removed, and then recheck the levelness of the
calibration fixture and the sensors.
Press "Ready".
Make sure the adjustment knobs for the shaft leveling blocks face toward the outside of the
fixture.
Insert the eight dowel pins/leveling rods through the holes in the top casting and calibration
shaft hold down blocks. Loosen the hold down block thumbscrews as needed to allow the
dowel pins to line up with the holes in the hold down blocks, then adjust the thumbscrews
until the hold down blocks are approximately leveled.
Finger tighten the thumbscrews on all four calibration shaft hubs to hold the sensors in place.
NOTE: Older model sensors will not have the machined index mark
notch. For these sensors, assign an index (sensor shaft
position is not critical) using a permanent marker, and use
this index mark for any future calibration.
The locating pins on the calibration bar must be captured in the u-shaped notches on both
sides of the range bracket. The range bracket is attached to the top of the calibration stand.
Position the calibration bar on the stands as shown above.
Level, and then lock the sensors in place using the outermost calibration bar locking knob on
top of the calibration bar. The aligner CRT display will show the calibration bar with the
appropriate knobs highlighted.
NOTE: The sensor shafts must be fully inserted into the calibration
bar. The shoulder of the sensor shaft must contact the flat
face end of the calibration bar.
When instructed to steer the vehicle, steer as precisely as possible to zero degrees, then use
care not to disturb the steering for the remainder of the test.
This test assumes that the vehicle or wheel adaptors do not move during the test procedure.
When moving sensors to the opposite axle, detach the sensors from the wheel adaptors,
leaving the wheel adaptors mounted to the wheels on which they were originally mounted.
Carefully insert the sensors into the wheel adaptors, being careful not to disturb the vehicle or
the wheel adaptor.
Failing to carry out the proper procedures described above and in the on-screen instructions
may cause incorrect readings and produce a false indication that calibration or repair is
needed.
The screen above will appear. If you choose to not check the calibration now, this procedure
can be performed any time during the alignment procedure if sensor measurements are
questionable.
To check calibration later, the aligner must be reset then go to "Service Programs", "Calibrate
Aligner", and press "Check Calibration" to begin the procedure.
Press "Ready" when you are ready to begin.
Rotate the targets as instructed on the screen.
When the readings are stable, the cameras will capture the data and the procedure will
advance to the following screen.
Press "Continue" and follow the instructions shown on the screen below.
When the readings are stable, the cameras will capture the data and the procedure will
advance to the next screen.
Follow the instructions and rotate the targets as directed.
When the readings are stable, the cameras will capture the data and the procedure will
advance to the next screen.
Press "Ready" as instructed and you will be returned to calibration checking entry screen.
Press key to present the next level of softkeys. Press "End Calibration" and restart the
alignment procedure.
The calibration procedure is complete. Press "End Calibration". This returns you to the main
calibration screen. Press "End Calibration" again to return to the reset screen.
When the calibration process is complete, do the following:
Carefully remove the targets from the calibration fixture and remount them on the
wheel adaptors.
Remove the calibration fixture from the rack runway and store in a dry location.
Connect the Inflation Station hoses to the valve stems on the vehicle.
Enter the correct tire pressure for each axle.
Select "Inflate All Tires."
Inflation Station will bring the tires to the specified pressure.
Definition of Cradle
The term “cradle” is often used to describe a subframe constructed of two side frame rails
with transverse supporting cross members. The frame rails and cross members may be
welded or bolted together and are attached as an assembly to the unibody structure with
bolts and insulating bushings. This assembly forms a cradle for the driveline and the engine.
Why are Cradle Assemblies Used?
The cradle assembly serves as a mounting platform for the entire driveline assembly and the
lower control arms of the suspension on front or rear driven vehicles equipped with
transverse mounted engines. A considerable savings in both time and money is realized
utilizing this design, since the engine, transmission, differential, and lower suspension
components can be assembled and installed as a unit.
Buick
Century (86-02)
Electra / Park Avenue (85-90)
LeSabre (86-99)
Park Avenue / Ultra (91-02)
Reatta (88-91)
Regal (88-02)
Rendezvous 4x2 and 4x4 (02)
Riviera (86-99)
Cadillac
Allante" (87-93)
DeVille incl. Concours (85-99)
Eldorado (87-02)
Fleetwood / Sixty Special FWD (88-93)
Seville (87-02)
Chevrolet
Celebrity (86-90)
Lumina (90-01)
Lumina APV (90-96)
Monte Carlo (95-99)
Venture 4x2 and 4x4 (97-02)
Chrysler
Cirrus (95-00)
Sebring Convertible (96-00)
Dodge
Stratus (95-00)
Ford
Taurus Sedan and Wagon (86-99)
Thunderbird (89-97)
Windstar (99-02)
Lincoln-Mercury
Continental (88-94)
Mark VIII (93-98)
Cougar (89-97)
Sable Sedan and Wagon (86-99)
Plymouth
Breeze (96-00)
6000 incl. AWD (86-91)
Aztek 4x2 and 4x4 (01-02)
Pontiac
Bonneville (87-99)
Grand Prix (88-02)
Montana 4x2 and 4x4 (98-02)
Trans Sport (90-98)
Saturn
S-Series (SL/SC/SW) (91-02)
EXAMPLE:
left camber = + 1/2
right camber = - 1/2
left S.A.I. = 13
right AI = 14
desired camber = 0
Shifting the cradle to the positive camber side would equalize camber and AI.
The example above illustrates a combination of camber and S.A.I., which may indicate the
need for repositioning or “shifting” of the cradle assembly. The cradle position should be
checked using the manufacturer’s centering instructions. In this example, moving the cradle
assembly to the positive camber side will reduce the difference in camber and S.A.I.
How Does the Cradle Position Effect Caster and Setback Angles?
Since the front cradle assembly controls the lower control arm position, incorrect placement
corner-to-corner affects front caster and setback angles. When the cradle assembly is moved
forward on one side and rearward on the other side, one lower control arm is moved rearward
decreasing caster and increasing setback. The other lower control arm moves forward
increasing caster and increasing setback.
An incorrect corner-to-corner position of the rear cradle assembly will affect rear individual
toe and thrust angle.
The following example may clarify what occurs when the cradle shifts forward on one side
and rearward on the other side.
EXAMPLE:
left caster = 2
right caster = 4
setback = - 0.80
desired caster = 3°
The cradle has shifted rearward to the left causing the left lower control arm to move
rearward and decreasing left caster. This also increased negative setback.
The cradle moved forward on the right side causing the right lower control arm to move
forward and increasing caster. This also increased negative setback.
Toe Change
Front toe can change to an extreme toe-in or toe-out condition, depending on the location of
the steering arms, when the steering linkage is forced into a downward operating position
from sagging front coil springs. The result is heavy tire wear and poor handling
characteristics.
Camber (Side-Slip)
A small amount of sag in the springs will increase lateral movement of the wheels, causing
tires to slide laterally across the pavement. The result is extreme tire wear.
Rear Springs
Caster and camber suffer the most when the rear springs are sagging. The result is poor
handling and tire wear.
Toe on each front wheel is measured and adjusted using the geometric centerline of the
vehicle as a reference.
Geometric centerline alignment has been used for many years and may provide a
satisfactory alignment if the rear wheels are positioned squarely with the geometric centerline
of the vehicle.
However, if the rear wheels of the vehicle (either solid axle or independent suspension)
create a thrust line that is not parallel to the geometric centerline, the steering wheel position
may not be centered properly as the vehicle moves in a straight direction.
Aligning the front wheels to the thrust line of a vehicle is a significant improvement over
aligning to the geometric centerline.
In the thrust line method, rear individual toe is measured (but not adjusted). The thrust line
created by the rear wheels is used as a reference for aligning the front wheels.
As a result, the operator is assured of a straight steering wheel as the vehicle moves straight
ahead.
Total four-wheel alignment is the ultimate wheel alignment service. Rear individual toe is
measured, then adjusted to the factory specifications. If adjusted correctly, the thrust line of
the rear wheels becomes parallel to the geometric centerline of the vehicle.
The front wheels are then aligned to the rear wheel thrust line.
Total four-wheel alignment provides the ability to correct a dog-tracking condition and
assures a straight steering wheel as the vehicle moves in a straight line.
Camber
The angle formed by the inward or outward tilt of the top of the wheel, referenced to a vertical
line as viewed from the front. This angle is measured and displayed in degrees. Camber is
positive when the wheel is tilted outward at the top and is negative when the wheel is tilted
inward at the top.
The forward or rearward tilt of the steering axis in reference to a vertical line as viewed from
the side. This angle is measured and displayed in degrees. Caster is positive when the top of
the steering axis is tilted rearward and is negative when the top of the steering axis is tilted
forward.
Frame Angle
The angle (from a side view) formed by a horizontal line and a line drawn parallel to the
frame. Frame angle is positive when the frame is higher at the rear and is negative when the
frame is lower at the rear. The aligner does NOT calculate frame angle.
This is a line drawn through the midpoint of the front and rear axle.
Individual Toe
The angle formed by a horizontal line drawn through a plane of one wheel referenced to the
reference line of the vehicle. Individual toe is measured in degrees but may be displayed in
degrees, inches or millimeters. Toe-in is when the horizontal lines intersect in front of the
wheel. Toe-out is when the horizontal lines intersect behind the wheel.
Ride Height
The height of the vehicle to a point specified by the manufacturer within specific tolerances.
The angle formed by a line drawn through the upper and lower pivot points of the steering
axis and a vertical line as viewed from the front. S.A.I. is measured and displayed in degrees.
The angle formed by the geometric centerline and the thrust line of an axle is the Thrust
Angle. This angle is measured and displayed in degrees.
The bisector of total toe angle of the axle is the Thrust Line.
The angle formed by two horizontal lines drawn through the planes of two wheels on the
same axle. Total toe is measured in degrees but may be displayed in degrees, inches or
millimeters. Toe-in is when the horizontal lines intersect in front of the wheels. Toe-out is
when the horizontal lines intersect behind the wheels.
Turning Angle
Wheelbase Difference
Wheelbase difference is an angle formed by a line connecting the centers of the front wheels
and a line connecting the centers of the rear wheels. Positive wheelbase difference indicates
that the right wheelbase is longer than the left wheelbase. Negative wheelbase difference
indicates that the left wheelbase is longer than the right wheelbase. Wheelbase difference is
measured as an angle, but can be displayed in inches or millimeters if the track width is
available in the vehicle specification data.
Axle Offset
Axle offset is an angle formed by the line, which bisects the track width difference angle, and
the thrust line Axle offset is positive when the rear axle is offset to the right. Axle offset is
negative if the rear axle is offset to the left. Axle offset is measured as an angle, but can be
displayed in inches or millimeters if the wheelbase is available in the vehicle specification
data.
Positive Body Center Line Angle Negative Body Center Line Angle
Description:
Body Center Line is the center of the vehicle’s body and measured using ride height targets
affixed to the body of the vehicle. The alignment sensors are also used to find the geometric
or chassis centerline of the vehicle.
Ideally, the body center line and the chassis center line are aligned with each other and to the
thrust line of the vehicle. A substantial difference between body and chassis center line may
be the result of collision or intentional modification.
The difference between body and chassis center line is shown as Body Center Line Angle. A
positive number indicates the thrust line is to the right of body center line. Negative numbers
indicate the thrust line is to the left of body center line.
Both Body Center Line Angle and Body Center Line Offset may be useful tools when
diagnosing the cause of an excessive thrust angle.
Front Positive Body Center Line Offset Front Negative Body Center Line Offset
Rear Positive Body Center Line Offset Rear Negative Body Center Line Offset
Description:
Body Center Line Offset is the lateral distance between body center line and chassis center
line at the front or rear axle. Both Body Center Line Angle and Body Center Line Offset may
be useful tools when diagnosing the cause of an excessive thrust angle.
Body Overhang
Description:
Body Overhang is the distance, positive or negative, the wheel well overhangs the tire.
This measurement should be similar on either side of the same axle.
Description:
Body Roll Angle is the vehicle body tilt from side to side that occurs when the wheels are
turned from steer ahead to the maximum steering angle in either direction.
When the vehicle is steered from side to side, the body of the vehicle rolls due to a height
change induced by the steering axis inclination (SAI) and caster. The side of the vehicle on
the inside of the turn is usually lifted higher than the side of the vehicle on the outside of the
turn.
Steering system and suspension symmetry can be evaluated by comparing the Body Roll
Angles at predetermined steering angles. The Body Roll Angle should be equal and opposite
for left hand and right hand turns. If there is a difference then a symmetry problem exists.
Description:
Curb-to-Curb Distance is the minimum diameter of a circle, as measured from the outside of
the tire, needed to turn a vehicle 360°. This measurement is determined by the wheel base,
tire width, and the vehicle's maximum turning angle.
Positive Rolling Force Lever - Left Side Positive Rolling Force Lever - Right Side
Description:
Viewed from the front of the vehicle, the Rolling Force Lever can be illustrated by a line
drawn perpendicular from the steering axis to where the wheel centerline intersects the
spindle centerline.
This measurement should be similar on either side of the same axle.
Description:
Turning Circle is the minimum diameter of a circle, as measured from the center of the tire,
needed to turn a vehicle 360°. This measurement is determined by the wheel base and the
vehicle's maximum turning angle.