Suzuki GA413 Service Manual page 150

STRUT DAMPER CHECK
1) Inspect strut for oil leakage. If strut is found faulty, replace it as
an assembly unit, because it can not be disassembled.
2) Strut function check
Check and adjust tire pressures as specified on tire placard.
Bounce vehicle body three or four times continuously by push-
ing front end on the side with strut to be checked. Apply the
same amount of force at each push and note strut resistance
both when pushed and rebounding.
Also, note how many times vehicle body rebounds before com-
ing to stop after hands are off. Do the same for strut on the other
side.
Compare strut resistance and number of rebound on the right
with those on the left. And they must be equal in both. With prop-
er strut, vehicle body should come to stop the moment hands
are off or after only one or two small rebounds. If struts are sus-
pected, compare them with known good vehicle or strut.
3) Inspect for damage or deformation.
4) Inspect bearing for wear, abnormal noise or gripping.
5) Inspect for cracks or deformation in the spring seat.
6) Inspect for deterioration of the bump stopper.
7) Inspect rebound stopper and strut mount for wear, cracks or de-
formation.
Replace any parts, if found defective in steps 2) – 7).
SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM/KNUCKLE
CHECK
Inspect for cracks, deformation or damage.
SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM BUSHING
CHECK
Inspect for damage, wear or deterioration.
SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM JOINT CHECK
1) Check for smooth rotation.
2) Inspect ball stud for damage.
3) Inspect ball stud boot for tear.
4) Inspect for play in ball joint. If found defective, replace.
NOTE:
Suspension arm and arm joint cannot be separated.
If there is any damage to either, control arm assembly must be re-
placed as a complete unit.
FRONT SUSPENSION 3D-5