GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to the appropriate description and operation:

    â€¢  General Description in Front Suspension
    â€¢  General Description in Rear Suspension
    â€¢  General Description in Tires and Wheels

Visual/Physical Inspection

    â€¢ Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of any of the suspension subsystems.
    â€¢ Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
    â€¢ Inspect for proper tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Vehicle Certification Label in General Information.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

    â€¢  Ride Diagnosis
    â€¢  Vehicle Leads/Pulls
    â€¢  Body Leans or Sways in Corners
    â€¢  Suspension Bottoms
    â€¢  Memory Steer
    â€¢  Poor Directional Stability
    â€¢  Ball Joint Inspection
    â€¢  Noise Diagnosis - Front Suspension
    â€¢  Noise Diagnosis - Rear Suspension
    â€¢  Suspension Strut and Shock Absorber Testing - On Vehicle
    â€¢  Wheel Bearings Diagnosis
    â€¢  Radial Tire Lead/Pull Correction