STEERING SYSTEM > PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

for Preparation Click here


HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. If necessary, repair or replace the faulty parts.


STEERING SYSTEM 
Symptom
Suspected area
See page
Hard steering
Tires (Improperly inflated)
 Click here
Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
 Click here
Steering system joints (Worn)
-
Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
 Click here
Steering column (Binding) (for 3GR-FSE)
 Click here
Steering column (Binding) (for 3GR-FE)
 Click here
Steering column (Binding) (for 3UZ-FE)
 Click here
Power steering gear
 Click here
Poor return
Tires (Improperly inflated)
 Click here
Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
 Click here
Steering column (Binding) (for 3GR-FSE)
 Click here
Steering column (Binding) (for 3GR-FE)
 Click here
Steering column (Binding) (for 3UZ-FE)
 Click here
Power steering gear
 Click here
Excessive free play
Steering system joints (Worn)
-
Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
 Click here
Intermediate shaft, Universal joint, Sliding yoke (Worn)
-
Front wheel bearing (Worn)
-
Power steering gear
 Click here
Abnormal noise
Steering system joints (Worn)
-
Power steering gear
 Click here

HINT:
  1. When the problem occurs in the power tilt and power telescopic steering column, refer to the "POWER TILT AND POWER TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN".
  2. When the problem occurs in the variable gear ratio steering system, refer to the "VARIABLE GEAR RATIO STEERING SYSTEM".