2601D–02
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FRONT SUSPENSION
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM
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2002 CAMRY REPAIR MANUAL (RM881U)
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of
the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
Symptom
Suspect Area
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Bottoming
1. Vehicle (Overloaded)
2. Spring (Weak)
3. Shock absorber (Worn)
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26–9
26–9
Sways/pitches
1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Stabilizer bar (Bent or broken)
3. Shock absorber (Worn)
28–1
26–9
26–9
Front wheel shimmy
1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Wheel (Out of balance)
3. Shock absorber (Worn)
4. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
5. Ball joint (Worn)
6. Hub bearing (Worn)
7. Steering linkage (Loose or worn)
28–1
28–1
26–9
26–5
27–3
26–17
30–2
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Abnormal tire wear
1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
3. Shock absorber (Worn)
4. Suspension parts (Worn)
28–1
26–5
27–3
26–9
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