Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help 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 the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS
| Symptom | Suspected Area | Refer to |
|---|---|---|
| Bottoming | Vehicle (Overloaded) | - |
| Front spring (Weak) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Rear spring (Weak) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Front shock absorber (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Rear shock absorber (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Sways/pitches | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Front stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) (for 2GR-FE) | REMOVAL | |
| Front stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) (for 1AR-FE) | REMOVAL | |
| Rear stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) (for 2WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Rear stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) (for 4WD) | REMOVAL | |
| Front shock absorber (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Rear shock absorber (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Front wheel shimmy | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Wheel (Out of balance) | INSPECTION | |
| Shock absorber (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Lower ball joint (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Hub bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Steering gear (broken) (for 2GR-FE) | REMOVAL | |
| Steering gear (broken) (for 1AR-FE) | REMOVAL | |
| Rear wheel shimmy | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Wheel (Out of balance) | INSPECTION | |
| Shock absorber (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Hub bearing (Worn) for (2WD) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Hub bearing (Worn) for (4WD) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Abnormal tire wear | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Rear wheel alignment (Incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Front shock absorber (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Rear shock absorber (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Suspension parts (Worn) | - |