Service Manual

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Troubleshooting
Suspension and Steering
Problem Possible Cause
Front end is noisy. Front wheel lug nuts are loose.
Front wheel bearings are loose or worn.
Front suspension struts are loose or worn.
Front end components (e.g. tie--rod, spindle, A--arm) are loose or
worn.
Steering rack assembly is damaged or worn.
Rear end is noisy. Rear wheel lug nuts are loose.
Rear suspension shocks are loose or worn.
Rear wheel bearings are loose or worn.
Rear end components (e.g. rubber bushing, stabilizer, anti--sway
bar, A--arm) are loose or worn.
Clutch or transaxle problem (see Chapter 4 -- Drive Train).
Excessive steering play. Front wheel lug nuts are loose.
Front wheel bearings are loose or worn.
Steering shaft joints are loose or worn.
Tie rod ends are worn.
Bushings in spindle or A--arm are loose or worn.
Steering rack assembly is damaged or worn.
Vehicle is unstable or wanders. Tire pressure is low or uneven between tires.
Wheel lug nuts are loose.
Front wheel bearings are loose or worn.
Steering shaft bearings are worn.
Front wheel alignment (toe--in) is incorrect.
Bushings in spindle or A--arm are loose or worn.
Rubber shock insert in front suspension strut is loose or worn.
Steering rack assembly is damaged or worn.