GM 84303234 Front Shock Absorber Assembly

Some recommended components that required checking include; Steering linkage & suspension because worn or damaged parts leads to high rate of tire wear, poor ride quality, handling problem, poor fuel economy. To inspect the shock absorbers, it is advisable to park the car on a flat surface, switch off the engine, apply handbrake and check the tyre pressure. Place the press on one corner of a vehicle and set it free: the car should stop moving and should take one or two bounces to become level; if it continues moving or does not become level, this may means that the shock absorber is worn out or is too weak. Make this check on the other corners, then safely lift the vehicle up on jack stands. Check the shock absorbers for any signs of leakage on the fluid; any observed fluid should be from the shocks; replace them in pairs if leaking is identified. And always ensure that the shocks are well fixed and if they have rusts or any signs of destruction replace them as a pair. During the steering and suspension check, physically inspect all these parts and look for signs of damage or distortion, and other such features as damaged seals, bushing and leakage. Lay off lower end of the steering knuckle and have someone wiggle the steering in and out; if the steering knuckle to the control arm-balljoint moves, you will want to replace the suspension ball joint(s). Last of all, take each front tire at the front and rear edges with your hands and try to move them-if there is any play in the steering system then it is best to ask for the car-checking idler arm and tie-rod ends for any looseness if play is felt.

Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands placed under the frame rails.

Finally, install the wheels and lug nuts, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque.