GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Condition

Correction

The seals are damaged and leaking, resulting in loss of lubricant, corrosion, and excessive wear.

Replace the damaged parts as necessary.

The tires, wheels, or brake drums are out of balance.

Balance the tires and wheels, preferably with a on-vehicle balancer. This method balances the entire wheel and drum assembly.

    • The wheel is bent or the tire is out of round.
    • The wheel nuts are not tightened evenly.

Replace the wheel and remount or replace the tire.

The steering linkage components are loose

  1. Adjust, tighten to specifications.
  2. Repair the linkage as necessary.

The wheel is loose on the hub.

  1. Inspect the wheel bolt holes for damage. Refer to Rim/Hub Bolt Check in Tires and Wheels.
  2. Replace all of the wheel studs. Refer to Hub Bolt and Nut .
  3. Replace the wheel if needed.

The king pin or king pin bearing are worn or loose.

Replace the worn parts as needed.

Adjust the king pin bearing.

    • The propeller shaft universal joint(s) are rough or defective.
    • This condition may be confused with steering vibration.

Repair the propeller shaft. Refer to Vibration Diagnosis and Correction for more information.

This condition may be confused with steering vibration.

Repair the propeller shaft. Refer to Vibration Diagnosis and Correction for more information.

The shock absorber are malfunctioning.

Replace the shock absorbers. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .

The wheel alignment is incorrect

Align the front wheels. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications in Wheel Alignment.