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Problem Symptoms Table

Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The causes of problem are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.

AXLE SYSTEM 

AXLE SYSTEM

Symptom Suspected Area See
Wander Wheel (Imbalance) INSPECTION
Front wheel alignment (Out of specified value) FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Rear wheel alignment (Out of specified value) REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Hub bearing (Worn) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 
Front shock absorber (Worn) INSPECTION
Rear shock absorber (Worn) INSPECTION
Front wheel shimmy Wheel (imbalance) INSPECTION
Hub bearing (Worn) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 
Lower suspension arm REMOVAL
Lower ball joint (Worn) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Front shock absorber (Worn) INSPECTION
Noise (Front) Front shock absorber (Worn) INSPECTION
Hub bearing (Worn) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 
Lower ball joint (Worn) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Noise (Rear) Hub & bearing (Worn) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 
Rear shock absorber (Worn) INSPECTION