Step | Action | Value | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DEFINITION: Any noise emitted from the rear of the vehicle that is induced by VEHICLE SPEED or DRIVING TERRAIN as related to the front suspension. | ||||
1 |
Important: It may be necessary to compare this vehicle to a identical vehicle to determine if the customer's complaint a normal operating characteristic of the vehicle. Attempt to duplicate the noise. Road test the vehicle. Is there an abnormal noise present? | -- | System OK | |
2 |
Is the complaint noise heard? | -- | ||
3 |
Has the repair been performed. | -- | -- | |
4 |
Are any components damaged? | -- | ||
5 | Repair or replace any damaged components. Has the repair been performed? | -- | -- | |
6 |
Does either tire exhibit unusual tread wear? | -- | ||
7 |
Is the noise now emitted from the front of the vehicle? | -- | ||
8 | Replace the tire(s) that are causing the noise. Has the repair been performed? | -- | -- | |
9 | Ensure that the park brake cable and the spare tire are secured properly. Did you service any components? | -- | ||
10 | Ensure that all of the wheel nuts are tightened to the correct specification. Tighten as necessary. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications Did you tighten any of the wheel nuts? | -- | ||
11 |
Is either shock absorber loose? | -- | ||
12 |
Has the repair been performed? | -- | ||
13 | Replace the loose or worn shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement in Front Suspension or Shock Absorber Replacement in Rear Suspension. Has the repair been performed? | -- | ||
14 | Inspect the rear spring shackles for the correct tightening specification. Tighten as necessary. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications Is the spring shackle loose? | -- | System OK | |
15 | Inspect the rear spring bushings for wear. Refer to Spring Bushing Replacement Has the repair been performed? | -- | System OK | |
