Ride Diagnosis - Too Soft
- Did you review the General Description and perform the necessary inspections? If so, go to next step. If not, see SYMPTOMS - SUSPENSION GENERAL DIAGNOSIS
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- Verify that the ride is too soft. Does the vehicle ride normally? If so, system is OK. If not, go to next step.
- Inspect the tires for the proper inflation pressure. Refer to TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS
. Is the tire inflation pressure correct? If so, go to step 5
. If not, go to next step.
- Inflate the tires to the correct pressure. After repairs are complete, go to next step.
- Inspect the vehicle trim height. Refer to TRIM HEIGHT INSPECTION PROCEDURE
. Repair as necessary. Did you complete the inspection/repair? If so, go to next step.
- Inspect the following suspension components for wear or damage:
- Springs
- Struts
- Shock Absorbers
Refer to STRUTS OR SHOCK ABSORBERS ON-VEHICLE TESTING
. Are any of the components worn or damaged? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step 8
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- Replace all of the worn or damaged components.
After repairs are complete, go to next step.
- Inspect the automatic level control system. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT - AUTOMATIC LEVEL CONTROL in AUTOMATIC LEVEL CONTROL
. Repair as necessary. Did you complete the inspection/repair? If so, go to next step.
- Drive the vehicle in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? If so, system is OK. If not, go back to step 3
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