Problem Symptoms Table
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HINT:
Use PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE 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 TABLE
| Symptom | Suspected area | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Wander/pulls | 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| 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) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| 2. Wheels (Out of balance) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM | |
| 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) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| 2. Wheels (Out of balance) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM | |
| 3. Rear shock absorber (Worn out) | REMOVAL | |
| 4. Hub bearings (Loosen or worn) | FRONT AXLE HUB BOLT |