Problem Symptoms Table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use PROBLEM SYMPTOMS 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 order. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS
| Symptom/Suspect Area | See | |
|---|---|---|
| Hard Steering | ||
| Tires (Improperly Inflated) | Check Tire Pressure | |
| Power Steering Fluid Level (Low) | INSPECTION | |
| Drive Belt (Loose) | INSPECT DRIVE BELT | |
| Front Wheel Alignment (Incorrect) | SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES | |
| Steering System Joints (Worn) | Check Steering System | |
| Suspension Arm Ball Joints (Worn) | BALL JOINT INSPECTION | |
| Steering Column (Binding) | Check Steering Column | |
| Power Steering Vane Pump | POWER STEERING VANE PUMP INSPECTION | |
| Power Steering Gear | POWER STEERING GEAR INSPECTION | |
| Poor Return | ||
| Tires (Improperly Inflated) | Check Tire Pressure | |
| Front Wheel Alignment (Incorrect) | SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES | |
| Steering Column (Binding) | Check Steering Column | |
| Power Steering Gear | POWER STEERING GEAR INSPECTION | |
| Excessive Play | ||
| Steering System Joints (Worn) | Check Steering System Joints | |
| Suspension Arm Ball Joints (Worn) | BALL JOINT INSPECTION | |
| Universal joint, Intermediate Shaft, Sliding Yoke (Worn) | Check Universal Joints | |
| Front Wheel Bearing (Worn) | WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION | |
| Power Steering Gear | POWER STEERING GEAR INSPECTION | |
| Abnormal Noise | ||
| Power Steering Fluid Level (Low) | INSPECTION | |
| Steering System Joints (Worn) | Check Steering System Joints | |
| Power Steering Vane Pump | POWER STEERING VANE PUMP INSPECTION | |
| Power Steering Gear | POWER STEERING GEAR INSPECTION | |