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Toyota 4Runner: Problem Symptoms Table

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

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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.

Axle System

Symptom

Suspected Area

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Vehicle unstable

Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)


Wheel alignment (Incorrect)


Steering linkage (Loosen or worn)

-

Hub bearing (Worn) for 2WD


Hub bearing (Worn) for 4WD


Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken)

-

Suspension parts (Worn)

-

Front wheel shimmy

Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)


Wheel (Out of balance)


Front shock absorber (Worn)


Wheel alignment (Incorrect)


Upper ball joint (Worn)


Lower ball joint (Worn)


Hub bearing (Worn) for 2WD


Hub bearing (Worn) for 4WD


Steering linkage (Loose or worn)

-

Rear wheel shimmy

Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)


Wheel (Out of balance)


Rear shock absorber (Worn) w/ REAS


Rear shock absorber (Worn) w/o REAS


Rear axle shaft (Worn)


Axle System
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Differential Oil
Replacement REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEVEL (a) Stop the vehicle on a level surface. (b) Remove the differential filler plug and gasket. (c) Check that the o ...

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