GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Important: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables:

Review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to the appropriate description and operation:

    â€¢  General Description in Front Suspension
    â€¢  General Description in Rear Suspension
    â€¢  General Description in Tires and Wheels

Visual/Physical Inspection

    â€¢ Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of any of the Suspension subsystems.
    â€¢ Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
    â€¢ Inspect for proper tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Placard in General Information.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

    â€¢  Ride Diagnosis - Too Soft
    â€¢  Ride Diagnosis - Too Hard
    â€¢  Vehicle Leads/Pulls
    â€¢  Body Leans or Sways in Corners
    â€¢  Suspension Bottoms
    â€¢  Torque Steer
    â€¢  Memory Steer
    â€¢  Poor Directional Stability
    â€¢  Tire Hop or Poor Handling