Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of a problem. The likely causes of the problem are indicated in descending order. Check each suspected area in order. Repair or replace faulty parts or perform adjustments as necessary.
STEERING SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See page |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tires (Improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Steering column (Binding) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 1AR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 2GR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Poor return | Tires (Improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Steering column (Binding) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 1AR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 2GR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Excessive free play | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Intermediate shaft, universal joint, sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear (for 1AR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 2GR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Abnormal noise | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Power steering gear (for 1AR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 2GR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL |