For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Yes | No
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1 | Important: A light film of oil on the top portion of the reservoir is normal. Inspect each strut or shock absorber for external fluid leakage. Is the strut or shock absorber leaking? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 2
2 | Inspect the vehicle trim height. Refer to Trim Height Inspection . Is the vehicle trim height correct? | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 4
3 |

1. Use your hands in order to lift up and push down each corner of the vehicle 3 times.
2. Remove your hands from the vehicle.

Does the vehicle stop bouncing after 2 cycles?

System OK

Go to Step 5

4 | Replace the front spring or the rear spring. Refer to the following:

• | Strut, Strut Component, and Spring Replacement in Front Suspension

• | Coil Spring Replacement in Rear Suspension

Is the repair complete?

System OK

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5 | Replace the strut. Refer to the following:

• | Strut Assembly Replacement in Front Suspension

• | Strut Assembly Replacement in Rear Suspension

Is the repair complete?

System OK

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