Toyota 4Runner: Problem Symptoms Table
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.
Steering System|
Symptom |
Suspected Area |
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Hard steering |
Tires (Improperly inflated) |
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Power steering fluid level (Low) |
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Drive belt (Loose) |
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Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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Steering system joints (Worn) |
- |
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Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) |
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Steering column (Binding) |
- |
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Power steering vane pump |
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Power steering gear |
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Poor return |
Tires (Improperly inflated) |
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Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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Steering column (Binding) |
- |
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Power steering gear |
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Excessive play |
Steering system joints (Worn) |
- |
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Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) |
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Intermediate shaft, sliding yoke (Worn) |
- |
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Front wheel bearing (Worn) |
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Power steering gear |
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Abnormal noise |
Power steering fluid level (Low) |
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Steering system joints (Worn) |
- |
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Power steering vane pump |
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Power steering gear |
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Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR STEERING SYSTEM
(a) Care must be taken when replacing parts. Incorrect replacement may affect
the performance of the steering system and result in driving ha ...
Adjustment
ADJUSTMENT
PROCEDURE
1. STEERING OFF CENTER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
HINT:
This is the adjustment procedure for when the steering is off center.
(a) Check if the steering wheel is off center.
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Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT REAR NO. 1 SEAT OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY RH
NOTICE:
Do not disassemble the retractor.
(a) When the inclination of the retractor is 15° or less, check that the belt
can be pulled from the retractor. When the inclination of t ...
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS
3. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
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4. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY
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5. REMOVE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY (for ...
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