Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2004)
Use the following procedure to check the D dimension:
1.
With the vehicle on a flat level surface, lift upward on the rear bumper 38 mm (1.59 in).
2.
Gently remove your hands and allow the vehicle to settle.
3.
Repeat the jouncing operation 2 more times.
4.
Measure the vertical distance from the bottom surface of the floor pan to the top surface of the control arm flange.
5.
Repeat this task for the other side of the vehicle.
6.
Using your hands, jounce the front of the vehicle downward approximately 38 mm (1.59 in).
7.
Gently remove your hands and allow the vehicle to settle
8.
Repeat the jouncing operation 2 more times.
9.
Measure the D height dimension.
10.
The true D height dimension number is the average of the high and the low measurements.
11.
If these measurements are out of specifications, inspect for the following conditions:
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Worn or damaged suspension components
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Collision damage
