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 SystemSymptom | Suspected Area | See page |
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Wander or pulls |
Tires (worn or improperly inflated) |
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Front wheel alignment (incorrect) |
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Rear wheel alignment (incorrect) |
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Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn) |
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Front hub bearings (loose or worn) |
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Rear hub bearings (loose or worn) (for 2WD) |
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Rear hub bearings (loose or worn) (for AWD) |
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Steering gear (broken) (for 1AR-FE) |
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Steering gear (broken) (for 2GR-FE) |
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Suspension parts (worn out) |
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Front wheel shimmy |
Tires (worn or improperly inflated) |
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Wheels (out of balance) |
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Shock absorber (worn out) |
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Front wheel alignment (incorrect) |
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Lower ball joint (worn) |
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Axle hub bearings (loose or worn) |
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Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn) |
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Steering gear (broken) (for 1AR-FE) |
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Steering gear (broken) (for 2GR-FE) |
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Rear wheel shimmy |
Tires (worn or improperly inflated) |
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Wheels (out of balance) |
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Shock absorber (worn out) |
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Axle hub bearings (loose or worn) (for 2WD) |
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Axle hub bearings (loose or worn) (for AWD) |
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Rear wheel alignment (incorrect) |
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Test yourself
A quick Toyota Venza quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.