Inspection Procedure 5

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 5: Noise

DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check for lack of lubrication.

Q. Is lubrication inadequate?

YES Lubricate it, then go to Step 5.

NO Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check the tightened parts for looseness as well as the bushings for wear.

Q. Are the tightened parts and bushings in good condition?

YES Go to Step 3.

NO Replace it (Refer to Lower Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover Inspection), then go to Step 5.

STEP 3. Check for broken coil spring.

Q. Is the coil spring broken?

YES Replace it (Refer to Disassembly and Assembly), then go to Step 5
.

NO Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Check for strut assembly damage.

Q. Is the strut assembly damaged?

YES Replace it (Refer to Front Suspension), then go to Step 5
.

NO Go to Step 5.

STEP 5. Retest the system.

Q. Is the malfunction eliminated?

YES The procedure is complete.

NO Return to Step 1.