Suspension System
Special Service Tools
Special Service Tools
| Tool Name/Number | Illustration | Description |
| Engine mount bracket (beam) 09200-3N000 |
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Used to hold the engine assembly when removing/installing the transmission Used with support (09200-2S100) |
| Engine mount bracket (stand) 09200-2S100 |
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Used to hold the engine assembly when removing/installing the transmission Used with bar (09200-3N000) |
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| Shock Absorber Lock Nut Remover 09546-3X100 |
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| Strut Nut Installation/Removal Tool 0K546-F6100 |
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Engine Mount Bracket Assembly Drawing
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Possible Cause | Countermeasure |
| Heavy steering wheel feel | Malfunction in front wheel alignment | Adjust or repair |
| Lower arm ball joint rotating resistance | Replace | |
| Strut bearing rotating resistance | Replace | |
| Tire air pressure too low | Adjust | |
| Steering wheel return problem | Malfunction in front wheel alignment | Adjust or repair |
| Noise or ride comfort problems | Alignment malfunction | Adjust or repair |
| Incorrect tire air pressure | Adjust | |
| Shock absorber malfunction | Replace | |
| Damaged coil spring | Replace | |
| Damaged stabilizer bar | Replace | |
| Lower arm bushing damaged | Replace | |
| Stabilizer bar strut mounting nut loose | Tighten | |
| Damaged stabilizer bar link (boot torn, ring detached) | Replace | |
| Abnormal tire wear | Incorrect camber and toe alignment | Adjust or repair |
| Incorrect tire air pressure | Adjust | |
| Unstable steering | Front wheel toe problem | Adjust or repair |
| Lower arm ball joint swivel resistance too low | Replace | |
| Lower arm bushing damaged | Replace | |
| Vehicle pulling phenomenon | Wheel alignment problems | Adjust or repair |
| Right/left wheel imbalance | Adjust or replace | |
| Damaged or deformed lower arm bushing | Replace | |
| Damaged coil spring | Replace | |
| Steering wheel shimmy | Front wheel toe problem | Adjust or repair |
| Wheel balance problems | Adjust or repair | |
| Lower ball joint swivel resistance too high or too low | Replace | |
| Damaged stabilizer bar | Replace | |
| Lower arm bushing damaged | Replace | |
| Shock absorber problems | Replace | |
| Coil spring problem | Replace |
Unusual Noise from Underbody by Section
| Conditions of Occurrence | Strange Noise on Uneven Surface | |||
| Parts | Reference to Step Panel | Step Bushing | Ball Joint of Lower Arm | Strut Insulator |
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| Type of Strange Noise | Rattling, Squeaking Noise | Squeaking Noise | Knocking, Tapping | Clicking, Squeaking Noise |
| Occurrence Area | Under Part | Under Part | Under Part | Upper Part |
| Vehicle Speed | 20 - 40 km/h (12.4 - 24.9 mph) | At Low Speed (20–40 km/h (12.4–24.9 mph)) | 20 - 40 km/h (12.4 - 24.9 mph) | - |
| Road Condition | Uneven Road / Bumps | Uneven Road / Bumps | Uneven Road / Bumps | Uneven Road / Rough Road |
| Cause | Loosening / Leakage (Damage) / Corrosion | Separation of Rod and Bushing / Slider | Loosening / Leakage (Damage) / Corrosion | Tightened (Reduce Torque) and Interference |
| Conditions of Occurrence | Strange Noise When Driving on Uneven / Flat Road | |||
| Parts | Strut / Shock Absorber | Strut / Shock Absorber | Strut / Shock Absorber | Strut / Shock Absorber |
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| Type of Strange Noise | Friction Noise | Clicking, Squeaking Noise | Friction Noise | Clicking Noise |
| Occurrence Area | Upper Part | Upper Part | Upper Part (Rear) | Upper Part (Rear) |
| Vehicle Speed | 15 - 25 km/h (9.3 - 15.5 mph) | 15 - 25 km/h (9.3 - 15.5 mph) | 15 - 40 km/h (9.3 - 24.9 mph) | 30 - 50 km/h (18.6 - 31.1 mph) |
| Road Condition | Uneven Road | Uneven Road | Uneven Road and Rough Road | Rough Road |
| Cause | Friction Noise from Piston Rod and Inner Side of Bumper Rubber | Rolled Bumper Rubber (knocking of upper bumper rubber and lower insulator) |
Adhesion Problems of Upper Bracket Rubber | Suspension Tuning Problems (damping force, rubber characteristics) |
| Conditions of Occurrence | Strange Noise on Uneven Road | Strange Noise When Steering | Strange Noise While Driving | |
| Parts | Lower Arm "G" Bushing | Crossmember Bushing | Strut Bearing | Wheel / Hub Bearing |
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| Type of Strange Noise | Friction Noise | Clicking Noise | Clicking Noise | Roaring Noise |
| Occurrence Area | Under Part | Under Part | Upper Part | Lower and Side Part |
| Vehicle Speed | 10 - 40 km/h (6.2 - 24.9 mph) | - | - | 20 - 60 km/h (12.4 - 37.3 mph) |
| Road Condition | Impact / Rough Road | Smooth Road | Smooth Road | Smooth Road |
| Cause | Dropped / Fell | Dropped / Fell | Grease Leakage | Damage from External Impact, Foreign Object Intrusion |
Wheel and Tire Diagnosis
Wheel and tire noise, vibration and harshness problems are directly related to vehicle speed and generally do not depend on acceleration, coasting or deceleration. In addition, an unbalanced wheel and tire may vibrate at more than one speed. Vibration that depends on engine speed, or that is eliminated by placing the transmission in neutral, is not related to the tire and wheel. Generally, tire and wheel vibrations felt through the steering wheel are related to the front tire and wheel assemblies. Vibrations felt through the seat or floor are related to the rear tire and wheel assemblies. This can initially isolate the problem to the front or rear.
Pay special attention to the tires and wheels. Several symptoms may be caused by damaged or worn tires and wheels. Perform a thorough visual inspection of the tires and wheels. Slowly rotate the tires and check for signs of lateral or radial runout. Refer to the tire wear chart to determine tire wear conditions and actions
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| Rapid Wear in Center | Rapid Wear on Both Shoulders | Wear on One Shoulder |
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| Partial Wear | Feathered Edge | Wear Pattern |
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