Strut and Shock Absorber Inspection: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Verify the customer's concern is present. If the concern is present, continue to the next step. If the concern is not present, then the vehicle is operating normally.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.NOTE: The shock absorber assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure.
- Visually inspect each of the shock absorbers for external fluid leaks. Refer to the following conditions 1, 2, 3 and 4 for visual inspection.
- If conditions 1 or 2 are found, continue to step 4.
- If conditions 3 or 4 are found, replace shock absorber.
- If equipped with electronic suspension control system, ensure that the system is working properly. Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point - Electronic Suspension Control.
- Use your hands in order to lift up and push down on each corner of the vehicle 3 times. Remove your hands from the vehicle. If the corner motion exceeds 2 cycles, replace the shock absorber. If the shock absorber does not exceed 2 cycles, NO repair is necessary.