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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.

1

Did you review the General Description and perform the necessary inspections?

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Go to Symptoms - Suspension General Diagnosis

2

Verify that the suspension bottoms.

Does the vehicle operate normally?

System OK

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3

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?

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4

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?

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Inspect the vehicle trim height. Refer to Trim Height Inspection .

Did you complete the trim height inspection procedure?

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6

Drive the vehicle in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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