TIAGO

SUSPENSION

CONDITION

PROBABLE DEFECT

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Vehicle Shaking Vibra-

tions

1.Wheels out of balance

1.Balance wheels or replace tyre or

wheel

2.Loose wheel bearings.

2.Replace wheel bearings

3.Worn out tie rod ends.

3.Replace tie rod end

4.Worn out lower ball joints.

4.Replace ball joint or lower link at

front

5.Excessive wheel run out.

5.Repair / replace wheel or tyre

6.Disturbed front / rear end alignments

6.Check and adjust front / rear end

alignments

Low or uneven trim height

1.Broken or sagging springs.

1.Replace the springs.

2.Vehicle overloaded.

2.Check the load.

3.Springs incorrect.

3.Replace the springs.

Body Sways in Corners

1.Loose antiroll bar (ARB).

1.Tighten ARB bolts or replace the

mounting bushes.

2.Faulty strut or mounting.

2.Replace strut or tighten mounting.

3.Broken or sagging springs.

3.Replace springs.

5.4 PRECAUTIONS

1.Since all suspension fasteners are critical in suspension attachments with regard to performance and safety

of vehicle, these must be replaced with one of the same part number in case of replacement.

2.Torque values must be maintained as specified during reassembly for proper retention of the parts. The

replacement parts should be of the same quality as of the designed parts.

3.Damaged parts should be replaced only with new parts. Welding, straightening, or any other form of repairing

should not be attempted.

4.Lower arm bushes are to be aligned properly while fitment.

5.Care should be taken while handling spring loaded suspension components.