Front suspension

Front suspension system

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PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.

Symptom

Suspect Area

Bottoming
  1. Vehicle (Overloaded)
  2. Spring (Weak)
  3. Shock absorber (Worn)
Sways/pitches
  1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
  2. Stabilizer bar (Bent or broken)
  3. Shock absorber (Worn)
Front wheel shimmy
  1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
  2. Wheel (Out of balance)
  3. Shock absorber (Worn)
  4. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
  5. Ball joint (Worn)
  6. Hub bearing (Worn)
  7. Steering linkage (Loose or worn)
Abnormal tire wear
  1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
  2. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
  3. Shock absorber (Worn)
  4. Suspension parts (Worn)

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