Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in the order shown. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
| Symptom | Suspect Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) | WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM |
| 2. Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 3. Drive belt (Loose) | DRIVE BELT (2AZ-FE)(FROM JULY, 2003) | |
| DRIVE BELT (1MZ-FE/3MZ-FE) | ||
| 4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 5. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 6. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | LOWER BALL JOINT ASSY FRONT LH | |
| 7. Steering column (Binding) | - | |
| 8. Power steering vane pump | OVERHAUL | |
| OVERHAUL | ||
| 9. Power steering gear | OVERHAUL | |
| Poor return | 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) | WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 3. Steering column (Binding) | - | |
| 4. Power steering gear | OVERHAUL | |
| Excessive play | 1. Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| 2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | LOWER BALL JOINT ASSY FRONT LH | |
| 3. Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| 4. Front wheel bearing (Worn) | FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSY LH (FROM JULY, 2003) | |
| 5. Power steering gear | OVERHAUL | |
| Abnormal noise | 1. Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION |
| 2. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 3. Power steering vane pump | OVERHAUL | |
| OVERHAUL | ||
| 4. Power steering gear | OVERHAUL |