Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
DEFINITION: The tire and wheel assembly bounces with a frequency directly related to the vehicle speed. | |||
1 | Did you review the system Descriptions and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 | Verify that the tires hop or that the vehicle handles poorly. Is the customer's concern present? | Go to Step 3 | System OK |
3 | Inspect the tires for uneven wear or damage. Refer to Tire Diagnosis - Irregular or Premature Wear in Tires and Wheels. Do the tires require replacement? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 |
4 | Inspect the tires and wheels for missing wheel weights. Are the wheel weights missing? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Inspect the tires and wheels for excessive runout. Refer to Tire and Wheel Assembly Runout Measurement - On-Vehicle in Vibration Diagnosis and Correction. Does the tire and wheel have excessive runout? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Inspect the struts for wear or damage. Refer to Suspension Strut and Shock Absorber Testing - On Vehicle . Are the struts worn or damaged? | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 10 |
7 | Replace the tire or the wheel as necessary. Refer to Tire Mounting and Dismounting in Tires and Wheels. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 10 | -- |
8 | Balance the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Assembly Balancing - Off Vehicle in Vibration Diagnosis and Correction. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 10 | -- |
9 | Replace the strut if necessary. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement in Front Suspension or to Strut Assembly Replacement in Rear Suspension. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 10 | -- |
10 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
