Ride Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Ride Diagnosis
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the system descriptions and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Suspension General Diagnosis |
| 2 |
IMPORTANT:
Compare this vehicle to an identical vehicle in order to determine if the customer's concern is a normal characteristic of the vehicle. Verify the ride is too soft or too hard.Does the vehicle ride normally? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect the vehicle trim height. Replace components if necessary. Refer to Trim Height Inspection Procedure
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the suspension components for wear or damage. Replace components if necessary. Refer to Struts or Shock Absorbers On-Vehicle Testing
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 5 | System OK |
| 5 | Drive the vehicle in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |