Intrigue V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Body Leans or Sways In Corners
Inspect for the following conditions:
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Inspect for wear and/or damage to the following components:
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To the strut
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To the shock absorbers
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To the mounting
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Inspect for broken springs.
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Inspect for sagging springs. Refer to TRIM HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS.
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Inspect for mispositioned springs.
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Inspect for signs of vehicle abuse.
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Inspect for signs of vehicle overloading.
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Inspect for incorrect tire pressure. Refer to TIRE PLACARD DESCRIPTION in TIRES AND WHEELS.
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Inspect the stabilizer bar and links for damage.
Struts or Shock Absorbers Bench Test
1. Remove the following components from the strut:
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Remove the spring.
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Remove the mount assembly.
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Remove the dust shield assembly.
Important: Do not clamp on to the following components:
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Do not clamp on the strut reservoir tube.
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Do not clamp on the strut rod.
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Do not clamp on the strut mounting threads.
2. Place the strut damper right side up in a vise.
Important: Some dampers have a gas charge preload. It may be difficult to compress these strut dampers by hand. The strut rod tends to extend
on its own.
Do not compress the strut so that the shoulder of the strut rod goes past the strut rod seal or the rod will bottom out inside of the strut. This can
damage the components inside the strut or result in discharge of fluid.
3. Stroke the strut damper by hand several times at various rates of speed while observing the resistance. The resistance should be smooth and
constant.
4. Compare the resistance with a known good strut damper.
5. Some hissing noise is normal. The following examples are considered abnormal conditions:
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A seize (except at either extreme of travel). Replace the strut. Refer to STRUT, STRUT COMPONENT AND/OR SPRING REPLACEMENT