Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
STEERING SYSTEM
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS CHART
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tires (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Steering column (Binding) (for 2GR-FSE) | STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (FOR 2GR-FSE) | |
| Steering column (Binding) (for 1UR-FSE) | STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (FOR 1UR-FSE) | |
| Power steering gear (for 2WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 4WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Poor return | Tires (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Steering column (Binding) (for 2GR-FSE) | STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (FOR 2GR-FSE) | |
| Steering column (Binding) (for 1UR-FSE) | STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (FOR 1UR-FSE) | |
| Power steering gear (for 2WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 4WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Excessive freeplay | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Intermediate shaft, Universal joint, Sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear (for 2WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 4WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Abnormal noise | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Power steering gear (for 2WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear (for 4WD) | REMOVAL |