Toyota 4Runner: 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.
Axle System|
Symptom |
Suspected Area |
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Vehicle unstable |
Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) |
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Wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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Steering linkage (Loosen or worn) |
- |
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Hub bearing (Worn) for 2WD |
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Hub bearing (Worn) for 4WD |
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Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken) |
- |
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Suspension parts (Worn) |
- |
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Front wheel shimmy |
Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) |
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Wheel (Out of balance) |
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Front shock absorber (Worn) |
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Wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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Upper ball joint (Worn) |
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Lower ball joint (Worn) |
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Hub bearing (Worn) for 2WD |
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Hub bearing (Worn) for 4WD |
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Steering linkage (Loose or worn) |
- |
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Rear wheel shimmy |
Tire (Worn or improperly inflated) |
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Wheel (Out of balance) |
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Rear shock absorber (Worn) w/ REAS |
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Rear shock absorber (Worn) w/o REAS |
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Rear axle shaft (Worn) |
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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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Freeze Frame Data
FREEZE FRAME DATA
1. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Navigation System / Trouble
Codes.
(e) Select a Troubl ...
Disabling the TRAC/VSC systems (2WD models)
If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, the TRAC/VSC systems may
reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off
to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.
Turning off the TRAC system only (turning on th ...
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