5002P–01
50–2
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STEERING COLUMN
STEERING SYSTEM
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2002 CAMRY REPAIR MANUAL (RM881U)
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 the order shown. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
Symptom
Suspect Area
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Hard steering
1. Tires (Improperly inflated)
2. Power steering fluid level (Low)
3. Drive belt (Loose)
4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
5. Steering system joints (Worn)
6. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
7. Steering column (Binding)
8. Power steering vane pump
9. Power steering gear
28–1
51–3
14–5
14–140
26–5
–
26–17
–
51–8
51–17
51–29
Poor return
1. Tires (Improperly inflated)
2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
3. Steering column (Binding)
4. Power steering gear
28–1
26–5
–
51–29
Excessive play
1. Steering system joints (Worn)
2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
3. Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn)
4. Front wheel bearing (Worn)
5. Power steering gear
–
26–17
–
30–21
51–29
Abnormal noise
1. Power steering fluid level (Low)
2. Steering system joints (Worn)
3. Power steering vane pump
4. Power steering gear
51–3
–
51–8
51–17
51–29
