Problem Symptoms Table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Lexus RX 400h. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. If necessary, repair or replace the faulty parts.
STEERING
STEERING PROBLEM SYMPTOMS
| Symptom | Suspected area |
|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tires (Improperly inflated). See INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect). See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn). See REMOVAL | |
| STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (BINDING) (FOR POWER TILT AND POWER TELESCOPIC) | |
| STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (BINDING) (FOR MANUAL TILT) | |
| Power steering link assembly. See REMOVAL | |
| Poor return | Tires (Improperly inflated). See INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect). See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (BINDING) (FOR POWER TILT AND POWER TELESCOPIC) | |
| STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (BINDING) (FOR MANUAL TILT) | |
| Power steering link assembly. See REMOVAL | |
| Excessive free play | Steering system joints (Worn) |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn). See REMOVAL | |
| Intermediate shaft, sliding yoke (Worn) | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn). See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Power steering link assembly. See REMOVAL | |
| Abnormal noise | Steering system joints (Worn) |
| Power steering link assembly. See REMOVAL |
HINT:
When the problem occurs in the power tilt and power telescopic steering column, refer to POWER TILT AND POWER TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN .