Troubleshooting |
Symptom | Probable cause | Remedy |
Play in steering | Loose yoke plug | Retighten |
Loose steering gear mounting bolts | Retighten | |
Loose or worn tie rod end | Retighten or replace as necessary | |
Steering wheel does not return properly | Excessive turning resistance of tie rod end | Replace |
Yoke plug excessively tight | Adjust | |
Tie rod and/or ball joint cannot turn smoothly | Replace | |
Loose mounting of gear box mounting bracket and/or worn steeringshaft joint | Retighten | |
Worn steering shaft joint and/or body grommet | Correct or replace | |
Distorted rack | Replace | |
Damaged pinion bearing | Replace | |
Twisted or damaged hoses | Reposition or replace |
Special Service Tools Tool Name / NumberIIIustrationDescriptionLower arm ball joint remover0K545-A9100Removal of front lower arm from front axle Personal Protective Equipment NameIllustrationDescriptionInsulation ...
Safety Precaution Since hybrid vehicles contain a high voltage battery, if the high voltage system or vehicles are handled incorrectly, this might lead to a serious accidents like electric shock and electric leakage. • Be sure to shut off the high voltage by removing the ...
Cruise Control The cruise control system is engaged by the cruise "ON/OFF" main switch located on right of steering wheel column. The system has the capability to cruise, coast, accelerate and resume speed. It also has a safety interrupt, engaged upon depressing brake or shifting select lever. The HCU ...