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
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Bottoming | Vehicle (Overloaded) | - |
| Front spring (Weak) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT - Step 2 | |
| Rear spring (Weak) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT - Step 2 | |
| Front shock absorber (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Rear shock absorber (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Sways/pitches | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Front stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) (for 2GR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Front stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) (for 1AR-FE) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Rear stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) (for 2WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Rear stabilizer bar (Bent or broken) (for 4WD) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Front shock absorber (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Rear shock absorber (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Front wheel shimmy | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Wheel (Out of balance) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Shock absorber (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Lower ball joint (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Hub bearing (Worn) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Steering gear (broken) (for 2GR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Steering gear (broken) (for 1AR-FE) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Rear wheel shimmy | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Wheel (Out of balance) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Shock absorber (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Hub bearing (Worn) for (2WD) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Hub bearing (Worn) for (4WD) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Abnormal tire wear | Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Rear wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Front shock absorber (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Rear shock absorber (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Suspension parts (Worn) | - |