Problem Symptoms Table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Scion tC. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem symptom. 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.
Axle system
| Symptom | Suspected area | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Wander or pulls | 1. Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Wheel alignment (incorrect) | ADJUSTMENT | |
| 3. Hub bearings (loose or worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 4. Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | DISASSEMBLY | |
| 5. Suspension parts (worn out) | REMOVAL | |
| Front wheel shimmy | 1. Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | |
| 2. Wheels (out of balance) | ||
| 3. Shock absorber (worn out) | ||
| 4. Wheel alignment (incorrect) | ||
| 5. Ball joint (worn) | ||
| 6. Hub bearings (loose or worn) | ||
| 7. Steering gear | ||
| Rear wheel shimmy | 1. Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | |
| 2. Wheels (out of balance) | ||
| 3. Shock absorber (worn out) | ||
| 4. Wheel alignment (incorrect) | ||
| 5. Axle bearings (loose or worn) |