Sideslip may be tested on its own, or during a VIS brake test. Once registration and other details are entered, a sideslip test is initiated and the axle under test is driven over the plate tester. The vehicle should be driven straight over the tester at a constant, slow speed, without braking or acceleration, and with the steering wheel held firmly.

The VIS sideslip tester allows a quick check of an axle's wheel alignment. In just 15 seconds, an axle can be checked for several conditions that can lead to tire scrubbing and shortened tire life.