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Problem Symptoms Table

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Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the ranked order of probability of each of the possible causes. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS CHART

Symptom Suspected area Refer to
Wander/pulls 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) INSPECTION
2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (2WD) FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (FOR 2WD)
3. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (4WD and Pre-Runner) FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (FOR 4WD AND PRE-RUNNER)
4. Hub bearings (Loosen or worn) AXLE SYSTEM 
5. Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken) -
Front wheel shimmy 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) INSPECTION
2. Wheels (Out of balance) INSPECTION
3. Front shock absorber (Worn out) (2WD) INSPECTION
4. Front shock absorber (Worn out) (4WD and Pre-Runner) DISASSEMBLY
5. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (2WD) FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (FOR 2WD)
6. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (4WD and Pre-Runner) FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (FOR 4WD AND PRE-RUNNER)
7. Upper ball joints (Worn) (2WD) DISASSEMBLY
8. Upper ball joints (Worn) (4WD and Pre-Runner) DISASSEMBLY
9. Lower ball joints (Worn) (2WD) INSPECTION
10. Lower ball joints (Worn) (4WD and Pre-Runner) INSPECTION
11. Hub bearings (Loosen or worn) AXLE SYSTEM 
12. Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken) -
Rear wheel shimmy 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) INSPECTION
2. Wheels (Out of balance) INSPECTION
3. Rear shock absorber (Worn out) REMOVAL
4. Hub bearings (Loosen or worn) FRONT AXLE HUB BOLT