Inspection and Verification
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- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical Tire pressure(s) Wheels and tires Wheel knuckles Tie-rod ends Front suspension lower arm ball joints Front suspension lower arm bushings Front strut and spring assemblies Front stabilizer bar and connecting links Rear springs Rear shock absorbers Rear suspension lower arm ball joints Rear suspension lower arm bushings Rear stabilizer bar and connecting links Rear suspension upper arm ball joints Rear suspension upper arm bushings Rear suspension beam axle and bushings - If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and Refer to the Symptom Chart.