Toyota Highlander Service Manual: Problem symptoms table
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers
indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in the order shown. If necessary, repair
or replace these parts.
Symptom |
Suspect Area |
Hard steering |
- Tires (Improperly inflated)
- Power steering fluid level (Low)
- Drive belt (Loose)
- Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
- Steering system joints (Worn)
- Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
- Steering column (Binding)
- Power steering vane pump
- Power steering link assy
|
Poor return |
- Tires (Improperly inflated)
- Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
- Steering column (Binding)
- Power steering link assy
|
Excessive play |
- Steering system joints (Worn)
- Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
- Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn)
- Front wheel bearing (Worn)
- Power steering link assy
|
Abnormal noise |
- Power steering fluid level (Low)
- Steering system joints (Worn)
- Power steering vane pump
- Power steering link assy
|
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 a driving hazard.
2. ...
1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY
(a) Stop the vehicle and align the tires straight ahead.
(b) Turn the steering wheel gently right and left, and check
the steering wheel free play.
Maximum fre ...
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