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Memory Steer
Step
DEFINITION: A lead or pull in the direction the driver previously turned the vehicle. Additionally, after turning in the
opposite direction, the vehicle will want to lead or pull in that direction.
Did you review the General Description and perform the
1
necessary inspections?
Verify that memory steer is present.
2
Does the system operate normally?
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to "Lifting and
Jacking the Vehicle: ".
2. Lubricate the tie rod ends and the ball joints if applicable.
3
3. Inspect the suspension system for worn or damaged
components.
4. Repair as necessary.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Inspect for binding strut bearings.
1. Disconnect the strut from the steering knuckle.
4
2. If the strut is abnormally difficult to rotate, repair or replace
the upper bearing mount.
Did you find and complete the repair?
Inspect for binding in the lower ball joints. If joint is binding,
5
replace the joint.
Did you find and complete the repair?
Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust as necessary. Refer to
6
"Measuring Wheel Alignment: "Measuring Wheel Alignment.
Did you complete the wheel alignment?
Operate the vehicle in order to verify the repair.
7
Did you correct the condition?
Noise Diagnosis - Front Suspension
Step
DEFINITION: Any noise emitted from the front of the vehicle that is induced by VEHICLE SPEED or DRIVING
TERRAIN as related to the front suspension.
Did you review the General Description and perform the
1
necessary Inspections?
Attempt to duplicate the condition. Road test the vehicle.
2
Did you duplicate the condition?
3
Is the noise reactive to vehicle load or speed?
Inspect the tires for the following condition:
• Proper tire inflation and adjust as necessary—Refer to
"Vehicle Certification, Tire Placard, Anti-Theft, and Service
Parts ID Label: ".
• Unusual tire wear—Refer to "Vibration Analysis - Tire and
4
Wheel: ".
• Inspect the wheel nuts for looseness and tighten as
necessary. Refer to "Fastener Tightening Specifications -
Tires and Wheels: ".
Did you find and correct the condition?
Inspect the front wheel bearings. Refer to "Wheel Bearings
5
Diagnosis".
Did you find and correct the condition?
Inspect for front axle or transaxle noises. Refer to "Symptoms
6
- Automatic Transmission: ".
Did you find and correct the condition?
Action
Action
Suspension General Diagnosis:
Yes
Go to "Symptoms -
Go to Step 2
Suspension General
Diagnosis"
System OK
Go to Step 3
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 4
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 6
Go to Step 7
System OK
Yes
Go to "Symptoms -
Go to Step 2
Suspension General
Diagnosis"
Go to Step 3
System OK
Go to Step 4
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 14
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 14
Go to Step 6
Go to Step 14
Go to Step 7
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