Lexus ES: 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 | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Wander or pulls | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Front wheel alignment (incorrect) | | |
| Rear wheel alignment (incorrect) | | |
| Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn) | | |
| Front axle hub bearings (loose or worn) | | |
| Rear axle hub bearings (loose or worn) | | |
| Steering gear (broken) | | |
| Suspension parts (worn out) | - | |
| Front wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Wheels (out of balance) | | |
| Front shock absorber (worn out) | | |
| Front wheel alignment (incorrect) | | |
| Lower ball joint (worn) | | |
| Front axle hub bearings (loose or worn) | | |
| Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn) | | |
| Steering gear (broken) | | |
| Rear wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Wheels (out of balance) | | |
| Rear shock absorber (worn out) | | |
| Rear axle hub bearings (loose or worn) | | |
| Rear wheel alignment (incorrect) | |
*1: for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column
*2: for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column
