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Suspension Bottoms

Suspension Bottoms


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DEFINITION: A loud bang or thump that can usually be felt and/or heard when the vehicle is driven over bumps. This condition is commonly noticed when the vehicle trim height is too low.
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Did you review the General Description and perform the necessary inspections? Go to Step 2 Go to Symptoms - Suspension General Diagnosis
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Verify that the suspension bottoms. Does the vehicle operate normally? System OK Go to Step 3
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Inspect for vehicle overloading and correct the overloading condition as necessary. Refer to Vehicle Certification, Tire Placard, Anti-Theft, and Service Parts ID Label for specifications. Did you find and correct the condition? Go to Step 6 Go to Step 4
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Inspect the following components:
Inspect the shock absorbers. Refer to Suspension Strut and Shock Absorber Testing - On Vehicle

Inspect for damaged coil springs, torsion bar or leaf springs and replace as necessary.


Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6 Go to Step 5
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Inspect the vehicle trim height. Refer to Trim Height Inspection . Did you complete the trim height inspection procedure? Go to Step 6 -
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Drive the vehicle in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? System OK Go to Step 3