For 1990-2009 cars only
- Check all the mounting for proper torque (bolt and/or nut). A loose mounting causes noise.
- Jounce the vehicle to isolate the suspected unit if all the mountings are intact.
- Quickly push down (jouncing) and then lift up on the corner of the bumper that is nearest to the strut cartridge being checked to test each strut cartridge.
- If practical, ride with the owner to be sure that you understand the complaint, before proceeding to the next step.
- Stroke the strut damper to detect other objectionable noises.
- Any sound other than hissing is abnormal.
- Replace the strut if an abnormal sound occurs. Refer to Strut, Strut Component, and Spring Replacement in Front Suspension.
- Adjust the alignment as necessary.
