Problem Symptoms Table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Toyota 4Runner. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE to 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, replace these parts.
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
| Symptom | Suspected Area | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Bottoming | 1. Vehicle (Overloaded) | - |
| 2. Spring (weak) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING | |
| 3. Shock absorber (worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING | |
| Sways/pitches | 1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM |
| 2. Stabilizer bar (bent or broken) | STABILIZER BAR FRONT | |
| 3. Shock absorber (worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING | |
| Front wheel shimmy | 1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM |
| 2. Wheel (Out of balance) | WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM | |
| 3. Shock absorber (worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING | |
| 4. Wheel alignment (incorrect) | ADJUSTMENT | |
| 5. Ball joint (worn) | OVERHAUL | |
| 6. Hub bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 7. Steering linkage (Loose or worn) | - | |
| Abnormal tire wear | 1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM |
| 2. Wheel alignment (incorrect) | ADJUSTMENT | |
| 3. Shock absorber (worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING | |
| 4. Suspension parts (Worn) | - |