GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Condition

Correction

DEFINITION: The tire/wheel bounce with a frequency directly related to vehicle speed.

Tire/wheels are unbalanced

Balance the tire/wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Balancing in Vibration Diagnosis.

Tire exhibits a blister or bump

Replace the tire. Refer to Tire Mounting and Dismounting in Tires and Wheels.

Improper strut/shock absorber action

Replace the shock absorbers. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement or Shock Absorber Replacement in Front Suspension or Shock Absorber Replacement in Rear Suspension

Excessive wheel or tire runout

Refer to Tire and Wheel Vibration in Vibration Diagnosis.

Tire lead/pull

Refer to Radial Tire Lead/Pull Correction in Tires and Wheels.