Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
DEFINITION: A loud bang or thump that can usually be felt and/or heard when the vehicle is driven over bumps. This condition is commonly noticed when the vehicle trim height is too low. | |||
1 | Did you review the General Description and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 | Verify that the suspension bottoms. Does the vehicle operate normally? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
3 | Check for vehicle overloading and correct the overloading condition as necessary. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 |
4 | Inspect the suspension struts. Refer to Suspension Strut and Shock Absorber Testing - On Vehicle. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Inspect the suspension coil springs for wear or damage: Are the suspension coil springs worn or damaged? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Inspect the vehicle trim height. Refer to Trim Height Inspection. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Strategy Based Diagnosis in General Information. |
7 | Operate the vehicle in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
