Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate likely causes of the problem in order. Check each part in order. If necessary, repair or replace the faulty parts.
STEERING SYSTEM:
| Symptom | Suspected area | Refer To |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| 3. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 4. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| 5. Steering column (Binding) (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| 6. Steering column (Binding) (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| 7. Power steering gear (for 2WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| 8. Power steering gear (for 4WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Poor return | 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| 3. Steering column (Binding) (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| 4. Steering column (Binding) (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| 5. Power steering gear (for 2WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| 6. Power steering gear (for 4WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Excessive free play | 1. Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| 2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| 3. Intermediate shaft, Universal joint, Sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| 4. Front wheel bearing (Worn) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 5. Power steering gear (for 2WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| 6. Power steering gear (for 4WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Abnormal noise | 1. Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| 2. Power steering gear (for 2WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| 3. Power steering gear (for 4WD) | Refer to REMOVAL |