Problem Symptoms Table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Lexus IS F. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use the table below to determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in order they are listed Replace parts as necessary.
Front Suspension System
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS CHART
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Bottoming out | Vehicle (Overloaded) | - |
| Spring (Weak) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Shock absorber with coil spring (Worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Sways/pitches | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) | FRONT STABILIZER BAR | |
| Shock absorber with coil spring (Worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Front wheel shimmy | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Wheel (Out of balance) | INSPECTION | |
| Shock absorber with coil spring (Worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Ball joint (Worn) | FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT | |
| Hub bearing (Worn) | FRONT AXLE HUB | |
| Steering linkage (Loose or worn) | STEERING GEAR | |
| Abnormal tire wear | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Hub bearing (Worn) | FRONT AXLE HUB | |
| Shock absorber with coil spring (Worn) | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER | |
| Vehicle pull | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Tire pressure (Incorrect) | INSPECTION | |
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Brake (Dragging) | INSPECTION |