Symptom | Suspected Area |
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Hard steering | Tires (Improperly inflated) |
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Power steering fluid level (Low) (for 1UR-FE) |
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Power steering fluid level (Low) (for 3UR-FE, 3UR-FBE) |
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Drive belt (Loose) (for 1UR-FE) |
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Drive belt (Loose) (for 3UR-FE, 3UR-FBE) |
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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 (for 1UR-FE) |
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Power steering vane pump (for 3UR-FE, 3UR-FBE) |
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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) (for 2WD) |
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Front wheel bearing (Worn) (for 4WD) |
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Power steering gear |
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Abnormal noise | Power steering fluid level (Low) (for 1UR-FE) |
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Power steering fluid level (Low) (for 3UR-FE, 3UR-FBE) |
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Steering system joints (Worn) |
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Power steering vane pump (for 1UR-FE) |
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Power steering vane pump (for 3UR-FE, 3UR-FBE) |
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Power steering gear |
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