Suspension Related Problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Venture

Table 1 shows four common suspension related problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Venture. The number one most common problem is related to the rear air suspension springs (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension wheel bearing (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Chevrolet Venture


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Venture

The Rear Air Suspension Springs problem

The rear air ride pump continues to inflate rear shocks more often and also runs when the van is off the kills the battery. Connected air pump in the left rear under the van and replaced rear air shocks with aftermarket non air shocks.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

The rear left wheel bearing became loose, which caused the tire to wobble while driving.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

Noticed shimmy in front at low speeds, mostly at acceleration. Took to mechanic who diagnosed it as a defect in the front axle(inboard). Notified gm and they will also inspect on 8/25   Read details...


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