(2) Inspect for torn or damaged strut assembly
dust boots (Fig. 3).
(3) Inspect for damaged upper and lower spring
isolators (Fig. 3).
(4) Lift dust boot and inspect strut assembly for
evidence of fluid running from the upper end of fluid
reservoir. (Actual leakage will be a stream of fluid
running down the side and dripping off lower end of
unit). A slight amount of seepage between the strut
rod and strut shaft seal is not unusual and does not
affect performance of the strut assembly. Also inspect
jounce bumpers inside dust boot for signs of damage
or deterioration.
(5) Verify correct struts and coil springs are
installed on vehicle.
Coil springs are rated separately for each side of
vehicle depending on optional equipment and type of
service.
NOTE: If the coils springs require replacement, be
sure that the springs being replaced, are replaced
with springs meeting the correct load and spring
rate for the vehicle.
Replacement of the coil spring requires removal
and disassembly of the strut assembly. Refer to Strut
Assembly in the Removal and Installation section in
this group of the service manual for the required
removal and replacement procedure. Then, refer to
Strut Assembly in the Disassembly and Assembly
section in this group of the service manual for the
required procedure to disassemble and assemble the
shock absorber.
SPINDLE
The rear suspension spindle is not a repairable
component of the rear suspension, If it is determined
that the spindle is broken or bent when servicing the
vehicle, no attempt is to be made to repair or to
straighten the spindle. THE SPINDLE MUST BE
REPLACED IF FOUND TO BE DAMAGED IN
ANY WAY.
HUB AND BEARING (REAR)
The rear hub and bearing assembly is designed for
the life of the vehicle and should require no mainte-
nance. The following procedure may be used for eval-
uation of bearing condition.
With wheel and brake drum removed, rotate
flanged outer ring of hub. Excessive roughness, lat-
eral play or resistance to rotation may indicate dirt
intrusion or bearing failure. If the rear wheel bear-
ings exhibit these conditions during inspection, the
hub and bearing assembly should be replaced.
Damaged bearing seals and resulting excessive
grease loss may also require bearing replacement.
Moderate grease loss from bearing is considered nor-
mal and should not require replacement of the hub
and bearing assembly.
LATERAL LINKS
Inspect the lateral link isolator bushings and
sleeves for signs of damage or deterioration. If the
lateral link isolator bushings or sleeves are damaged
or are deteriorated, replacement of the lateral link
assembly will be required. The isolator bushings are
not serviceable as a separate component of the lat-
eral link assembly.
Inspect the lateral links for signs of contact with
the ground or road debris which has bent or caused
other damage to the lateral link assembly. If the lat-
eral link is bent or damaged, the lateral link will
require replacement. Do not attempt to repair or
straighten a lateral link.
TRAILING ARM
Inspect the trailing arm and trailing arm bushings
for signs of deterioration and or damage. If the trail-
ing arm bushings are deteriorated or the trailing arm
is damaged in any way, replacement of the trailing
arm will be required.
Inspect the trailing arm for signs of contact with
the ground or road debris which has bent or caused
Fig. 3 Strut Assembly Inspection
1 – UPPER STRUT MOUNT
2 – UPPER SPRING ISOLATOR
3 – DUST BOOT
4 – LOWER SPRING ISOLATOR
5 – STRUT ASSEMBLY
6 – COIL SPRING
LH SUSPENSION 2 - 47
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
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