INSPECTION PROCEDURE 5: Noise: Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- STEP 1. Check for lack of lubrication.
Q: Is lubrication inadequate?
YES : Lubricate it, then go to Step 5.
NO: Go to Step 2.
- STEP 2. Check the tightened parts for looseness as well as the bushings for wear.
Q: Are the tightened parts and bushings in good condition?
YES : Go to Step 3.
NO: Replace it, then go to Step 5.
- STEP 3. Check for broken coil spring.
Q: Is the coil spring broken?
YES : Replace it, then go to Step 5.
NO: Go to Step 4.
- STEP 4. Check for strut assembly damage.
Q: Is the strut assembly damaged?
YES : Replace it, then go to Step 5.
NO: Go to Step 5.
- STEP 5. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES : The procedure is complete.
NO: Return to Step 1.