Toyota 4Runner: Rear Suspension System

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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.

Rear Suspension System

Symptom	Suspected Area	See page
Wander/pulls	Tire (worn or improperly inflated)
Wander/pulls	Suspension parts (worn)	-
Bottoming	Vehicle (overloaded)	-
	Rear coil spring (weak)
	Rear shock absorber (worn) (w/ REAS)
	Rear shock absorber (worn) (w/o REAS)
Sways/pitches	Tire (worn or improperly inflated)
	Stabilizer bar (bent or broken)
	Rear shock absorber (worn) (w/ REAS)
	Rear shock absorber (worn) (w/o REAS)
Wheel shimmy	Tire (worn or improperly inflated)
	Wheel (out of balance)
	Rear shock absorber (worn) (w/ REAS)
	Rear shock absorber (worn) (w/o REAS)
Abnormal tire wear	Tire (improperly inflated)
	Rear shock absorber (worn) (w/ REAS)
	Rear shock absorber (worn) (w/o REAS)
	Suspension parts (worn)	-

Rear Stabilizer Bar(w/o Kdss)

Components COMPONENTS ILLUSTRATION Inspection INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY (a) As shown in the illustration, flip the ball joint stud back and ...

Rear Upper Arm

Components COMPONENTS ILLUSTRATION Removal REMOVAL CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT: Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides. The procedure listed below is for the LH side. ...

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior and keep it in top condition: Protecting the vehicle interior Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water. Cleaning the ...

Inspection
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT FRONT DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY LH (a) Check the door lock motor operation. (1) Apply battery voltage to the motor connector and check the operation of the door lock. Text in Illustration *a Lock ...