Preliminary Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check the tires for wear and improper inflation.
Check the wheel runout.
Check the front wheel bearings for looseness.
Check the front suspension for looseness.
Check the steering linkage for looseness.
Check that the front struts work properly.
Check the vehicle height (posture) in the unladen condition.