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.
Power steering system
POWER STEERING SYSTEM PROBLEM SYMPTOM
| Symptom | Suspected area | See Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 3. Drive belt (Loose) | DRIVE BELT | |
| 4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 5. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 6. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT | |
| 7. Steering column (Binding) | - | |
| 8. Power steering vane pump | VANE PUMP | |
| 9. Power steering gear | REMOVAL | |
| Poor return | 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 3. Steering column (Binding) | - | |
| 4. Power steering gear | REMOVAL | |
| Excessive free play | 1. Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| 2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT | |
| 3. Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| 4. Front wheel bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 5. Power steering gear | REMOVAL | |
| Abnormal noise | 1. Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION |
| 2. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 3. Power steering vane pump | VANE PUMP | |
| 4. Power steering gear | REMOVAL |