Suspension Bottoms
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Suspension Bottoms
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEFINITION: A loud bang or thump that can usually be felt and/or heard when the vehicle is driven over bumps. This condition is commonly noticed when the vehicle trim height is too low. | |||
| 1 | Did you review the General Description and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Suspension General Diagnosis |
| 2 | Verify that the suspension bottoms. Does the vehicle operate normally? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Check for vehicle overloading and correct the overloading condition as necessary. Refer to Label - Vehicle Certification, Tire Place Card, Anti-Theft and Service Parts ID
in General Information. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the following components for damage or wear:
Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the vehicle trim height. Refer to Trim Height Inspection Procedure . Did you complete the trim height inspection procedure? |
Go to Step 6 | - |
| 6 | Operate the vehicle in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |