Tech Tips
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem symptom. 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.
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See page |
|---|---|---|
| Wander or pulls | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Wheel alignment (incorrect) | ||
| Steering linkage (loose or worn) | ||
| Hub bearings (loose or worn) for 2WD | ||
| Hub bearings (loose or worn) for 4WD and Pre-Runner | ||
| Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | ||
| Suspension parts (worn out) | - | |
| Front wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Wheels (out of balance) | ||
| Shock absorber (worn out) for 2WD | ||
| Shock absorber (worn out) for 4WD and Pre-Runner | ||
| Wheel alignment (incorrect) | ||
| Lower ball joint (worn) for 2WD | ||
| Lower ball joint (worn) for 4WD and Pre-Runner | ||
| Upper ball joint (worn) for 2WD | ||
| Upper ball joint (worn) for 4WD and Pre-Runner | ||
| Hub bearings (loose or worn) for 2WD | ||
| Hub bearings (loose or worn) for 4WD and Pre-Runner | ||
| Steering linkage (loose or worn) | ||
| Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | ||
| Rear wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Wheels (out of balance) | ||
| Shock absorber (worn out) for 2WD | ||
| Shock absorber (worn out) for 4WD and Pre-Runner | ||
| Axle bearings (loose or worn) |