FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See page |
|---|---|---|
| Bottoming out | Vehicle (Overloaded) | - |
| Spring (Weak) | ||
| Shock absorber with coil spring (Worn) | ||
| Sways/pitches | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) | ||
| Shock absorber with coil spring (Worn) | ||
| Front wheel shimmy | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Wheel (Out of balance) | ||
| Shock absorber with coil spring (Worn) | ||
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | ||
| Ball joint (Worn) | ||
| Hub bearing (Worn) | ||
| Steering linkage (Loose or worn) | ||
| Abnormal tire wear | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | ||
| Hub bearing (Worn) | ||
| Shock absorber with coil spring (Worn) | ||
| Vehicle pulls | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Tire pressure (Incorrect) | ||
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | ||
| Brake (Dragging) |