Ride Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Jimmy and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Did you review the General Description and perform the necessary inspections? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to SYMPTOMS - SUSPENSION GENERAL DIAGNOSIS .

NOTE: Verify the vehicle suspension package RPO.

Verify that the ride is too soft or too hard. Does the vehicle ride normally? If yes, then system is okay. If no, go to next step.
Inspect the tires for the proper inflation pressure. Is the tire inflation pressure correct? If yes, go to step 6. If no, go to next step.
Inspect the vehicle trim height. Refer to TRIM HEIGHT INSPECTION PROCEDURE . Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step 6. If no, go to next step.
Inspect the following suspension components for wear or damage.
- Shock absorbers. Refer to STRUTS OR SHOCK ABSORBERS ON-VEHICLE TESTING .
- The springs. Refer to Shock, Shock Component, and/or Spring Replacement in FRONT SUSPENSION or Coil Spring Replacement in REAR SUSPENSION .
Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step 6. If no, go to next step.
Drive the vehicle in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? If yes, system is okay. If no, go to step 3.