Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Electronic Suspension Control Module Fastener | 9 Nm | 80 lb in |
| Electronic Suspension Front Position Sensor Fastener | 9 Nm | 80 lb in |
| Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement Fastener | 6 Nm | 53 lb in |
Trim Height Specifications
For description, refer to Trim Height Inspection
For RPO (Regular Production Option), refer to RPO CODE LIST.
Torque Steer
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEFINITION: On a dry, smooth, flat road, the vehicle has a left or right steering force only during acceleration. | |||
| 1 | Did you review the General Description and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to SYMPTOMS - SUSPENSION GENERAL DIAGNOSIS |
| 2 | Drive the vehicle on a straight, smooth, flat road. Press the accelerator and determine if any additional steering input is required to maintain a straight ahead direction. Repeat this test with the vehicle traveling in the opposite direction in order to eliminate crosswind effects. Lead/pull caused by unlevel roads and crosswinds are considered normal. Does the vehicle exhibit torque steer when the accelerator is pressed? | Go to Step 3 | System OK |
| 3 | Drive the vehicle on a straight, smooth, flat road at 64-97 km/h (40-60 mph). Remove your foot from the accelerator. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL in order to allow the vehicle to coast. Is any additional steering input required to maintain a straight ahead direction. Repeat this test with the vehicle traveling in the opposite direction in order to eliminate crosswind effects. Lead/pull caused by unlevel roads and crosswinds are considered normal. Does the vehicle direction change when the steering wheel is momentarily released? | Go to VEHICLE LEADS/PULLS | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the front suspension and powertrain mounts for worn or damaged components and repair as necessary. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the vehicle trim height. Refer to TRIM HEIGHT INSPECTION. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 6 | |
| 6 | Drive the vehicle in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | |