GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Condition

Correction

DEFINITION: The tire/wheel bounce with a frequency directly related to vehicle speed.

Tire/wheels are unbalanced

Balance the tire/wheels. Refer to Balancing Tires and Wheels in Vibration Diagnosis.

Tire exhibits a blister or bump

Replace the tire. Refer to Tire Repair in Tires and Wheels.

Improper shock absorber action

Replace the shock absorber.

    • Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement in Front Suspension.
    • Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement in Rear Suspension.

Excessive wheel or tire runout

Refer to Tire and Wheel Vibration in Vibration Diagnosis.

Tire lead/pull

Refer to Radial Tire Lead/Pull Correction in Tires and Wheels.