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Problem Symptoms Table

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Toyota Corolla and 2005 Toyota Corolla. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Use the table below to help 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, repair or replace these parts.

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE - STEERING SYSTEM

Symptom Suspected Area
Hard steering
  1. Tires (Improperly inflated)
  2. Power steering fluid level (Low)
  3. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
  4. Steering system joints (Worn)
  5. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
  6. Steering column(Binding)
  7. Power steering vane pump
  8. Power steering gear
Poor return
  1. Tires (Improperly inflated)
  2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
  3. Steering column (Binding)
  4. Power steering gear
Excessive play
  1. Steering system joints (Worn)
  2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
  3. Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn)
  4. Front wheel bearing (Worn)
  5. Power steering gear
Abnormal noise
  1. Power steering fluid level (Low)
  2. Steering system joints (Worn)
  3. Power steering vane pump
  4. Power steering gear
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