GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Spring Sags or Bottoms Rear

Checks

Action

The shock absorbers are inoperative.

Replace the shock absorbers. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement in Rear Suspension.

The spring has a broken leaf.

Replace the spring assembly. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement in Rear Suspension.

The vehicle was used under severe operation or the vehicle has been overloaded.

Check the load capacity rating. Refer to Vehicle Certification Label in General Information.