Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: 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 |
See page |
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Wander/pulls |
Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) |
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Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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Hub bearings (Loosen or worn) |
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Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken) |
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Front wheel shimmy |
Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) |
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Wheels (Out of balance) |
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Front shock absorber (Worn out) |
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Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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Upper ball joints (Worn) |
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Lower ball joints (Worn) |
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Hub bearings (Loosen or worn) |
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Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken) |
- |
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Rear wheel shimmy |
Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) |
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Wheels (Out of balance) |
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Rear shock absorber (Worn out) |
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Hub bearings (Loosen or worn) |
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Axle System
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On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING
(a) Remove the front wheel.
(b) for 4WD:
(1) Remove the front axle hub grease cap (See page
).
(c) Remove the front disc br ...
Other materials:
Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
1. CHECK FOR DTC
HINT:
When using the Techstream with the engine switch off, connect the Techstream
to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds
or less until communication between the Techstream and the vehicle begins. Then
select th ...
Main Body ECU Communication Stop Mode
DESCRIPTION
Detection Item
Symptom
Trouble Area
Main Body ECU Communication Stop Mode
Either condition is met:
Communication stop for "Main Body" is indicated on the "Communication
Bus Check" screen ...
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■ Before jacking up the vehicle
● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual transmission).
● Stop the engine.
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