Problem Symptoms Table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lexus ES 330. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
HINT:
Use table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in the order shown. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE - POWER STEERING SYSTEM
| Symptom |
Suspect Area |
| Hard steering |
- Tires (Improperly inflated)
- Power steering fluid level (Low)
- Drive belt (Loose)
- Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
- Steering system joints (Worn)
- Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
- Steering column (Binding)
- Vane pump assy
- Rack & pinion power steering gear assy
|
| Poor return |
- Tires (Improperly inflated)
- Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
- Steering column (Binding)
- Rack & pinion power steering gear assy
|
| Excessive play |
- Steering system joints (Worn)
- Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
- Steering intermediate shaft sub-assy (Worn)
- Sliding yoke (Worn)
- Front wheel bearing (Worn)
- Rack & pinion power steering gear assy
|
| Abnormal noise |
- Power steering fluid level (Low)
- Steering system joints (Worn)
- Vane pump assy
- Rack & pinion power steering gear assy
|