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.
STEERING SYSTEM|
Symptom |
Suspected Area |
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Hard steering |
1. Tires (Improperly inflated) |
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2. Power steering fluid level (Low) |
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3. Drive belt (Loose) |
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5. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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6. Steering system joints (Worn) |
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8. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) |
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9. Steering column (Binding) |
- |
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10.Power steering vane pump (for 2TR-FE) |
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11.Power steering vane pump (for 2GR-FKS) |
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12.Power steering gear |
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Poor return |
1. Tires (Improperly inflated) |
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3. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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4. Steering column (Binding) |
- |
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5. Power steering gear |
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Excessive free play |
1. Steering system joints (Worn) |
- |
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3. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) |
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4. Intermediate shaft sliding yoke (Worn) |
- |
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6. Front wheel bearing (Worn) |
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7. Power steering gear |
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Abnormal noise |
1. Power steering fluid level (Low) |
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2. Steering system joints (Worn) |
- |
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3. Power steering vane pump (2TR-FE) |
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4. Power steering vane pump (2GR-FKS) |
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5. Power steering gear |
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On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY
(a) Stop the vehicle and align the tires facing straight ahead.
(b) Gently turn the steering wheel right and left by ha ...
Repair
REPAIR
PROCEDURE
1. STEERING OFF CENTER REPAIR PROCEDURE
(a) Check if the steering wheel is off center.
(1) Apply masking tape to the top center of the steering wheel and upper
stee ...
Other materials:
Tire Pressure Monitor ECU Communication Stop Mode
DESCRIPTION
Detection Item
Symptom
Trouble Area
Tire Pressure Monitor ECU Communication Stop Mode
Either condition is met:
Communication stop for "Tire Pressure2" is indicated on the
"Communication Bus C ...
Crawl Indicator Light Remains ON
DESCRIPTION
When CRAWL starts after operating the CRAWL switch (drive monitor switch), the
CRAWL indicator light turns on. While CRAWL is in the process of stopping, the CRAWL
indicator light begins blinking. When CRAWL totally stops, the CRAWL indicator light
turns off.
WIRING DIAGRAM
CA ...
Satellite Radio Broadcast cannot be Received
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
Some satellite radio broadcasts require payment. A contract must be
made between a satellite radio company and the user. If the contract expires,
it will not be possible to listen to the broadcast.
After replacing the stereo component tuner assem ...
