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Inspection Procedure 3: Poor Ride

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: Poor Ride

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check for improper tire inflation pressure.
Tire Inflation Pressure Check
Q: Is the tire inflation correct?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Adjust it, then go to Step 4.

STEP 2. Check for broken or deteriorated coil spring(s).
Q: Are the coil spring(s) broken or deteriorated?
YES: Replace the coil spring(s), then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check for strut assembly damage.
Q: Is the strut assembly damaged?
YES: Replace it, then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES: The procedure is complete.
NO: Return to Step 1.