Problem Symptoms Table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the possible cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Bottoming | 1. Vehicle (Overloaded) | - |
| 2. Spring (Weak) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| 3. Shock absorber (Worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Sways/pitches | 1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) | FRONT STABILIZER BAR | |
| 3. Shock absorber (Worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Front wheel shimmy | 1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Wheel (Out of balance) | INSPECTION | |
| 3. Shock absorber (Worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| 4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 5. Rear wheel alignment (Incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 6. Ball joint (Worn) | FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT | |
| 7. Hub bearing (Worn) | AXLE SYSTEM | |
| 8. Steering linkage (Loose or worn) | - | |
| Abnormal tire wear | 1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 3. Rear wheel alignment (Incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 4. Shock absorber (Worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| 5. Suspension parts (Worn) | - | |
| Vehicle pull | 1. Tires | HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING |
| 2. Tire pressure (incorrect) | HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING | |
| 3. Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING | |
| 4. Brake (Dragging) | HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING | |
| 5. Steering wheel (Off center) | HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING |
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Bottoming | 1. Vehicle (Overloaded) | - |
| 2. Springs (Weak) | REAR SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| 3. Shock absorbers (Worn) | REAR SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Sways/pitches | 1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) | REAR STABILIZER BAR | |
| 3. Shock absorbers (Worn) | REAR SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Rear wheel shimmy | 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Wheels (Out of balance) | INSPECTION | |
| 3. Shock absorbers (Worn) | REAR SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| 4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 5. Rear wheel alignment (Incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 6. Hub bearing (Worn) | AXLE SYSTEM | |
| Abnormal tire wear | 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 3. Rear wheel alignment (Incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 4. Shock absorbers (Worn) | REAR SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| 5. Suspension parts (Worn) | - |