Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate likely causes of the problem in descending order. Check each part in order. If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
SYMPTOM REFERENCE
| Symptom | Suspected area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | 1. Tire (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 3. Drive belt (Loose) (for 2AZ-FE) | INSPECTION | |
| 4. Drive belt (Loose) (for 2GR-FE) | INSPECTION | |
| 5. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 6. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 7. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| 8. Steering column (Binding) | REMOVAL | |
| 9. Power steering vane pump (for 2AZ-FE) | REMOVAL | |
| 10. Power steering vane pump (for 2GR-FE) | REMOVAL | |
| 11. Power steering gear | REMOVAL | |
| Poor return | 1. Tire (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 3. Steering column (Binding) | REMOVAL | |
| 4. Power steering gear | REMOVAL | |
| Excessive free play | 1. Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| 2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| 3. Front wheel bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 4. 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 (for 2AZ-FE) | REMOVAL | |
| 4. Power steering vane pump (for 2GR-FE) | REMOVAL | |
| 5. Power steering gear | REMOVAL |