GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Check for mismatched or uneven tire pressure.

Is the tire pressure mismatched or uneven?

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Go to Tire Placard in General Information

Go to Step 2

2

Check for proper lubrication in the ball joints and the tie rod ends.

Do the ball joints and the tie rod ends lack lubrication?

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Go to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement in Front Suspension

Go to Step 3

3

Check the condition of the struts.

Are the struts worn?

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Go to Strut Assembly Replacement in Front Suspension

Go to Step 4

4

Check for proper tightness of the stabilizer shaft.

Is the stabilizer shaft loose?

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Go to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement in Front Suspension

Go to Step 5

5

Check for broken or sagging springs.

Are the springs broken or sagging?

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Go to Strut, Strut Component, and Spring Replacement in Front Suspension

Go to Step 6

6

Check for proper preload of the rack bearing.

Is the rack bearing preload appropriate?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Fastener Tightening Specifications in Power Steering System

7

Check the condition of the hub and bearing assembly.

Is the hub an bearing assembly worn?

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Go to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement in Front Suspension

Go to Step 8

8

Check for proper alignment of the front wheels.

Are the front wheels misaligned?

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Go to Wheel Alignment Measurement in Wheel Alignment

System OK