Axle system
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Scion xB. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS - AXLE SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Wander or pulls | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| Front wheel alignment (incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Rear wheel alignment (incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn) | REMOVAL | |
| Front hub bearings (loose or worn) | FRONT AXLE HUB | |
| Rear hub bearings (loose or worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | REMOVAL | |
| Suspension parts (worn out) | - | |
| Front wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| Wheels (out of balance) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM | |
| Shock absorber (worn out) | INSPECTION | |
| Shock absorber for sports package (worn out) | - | |
| Front wheel alignment (incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Lower ball joint (worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Axle hub bearings (loose or worn) | FRONT AXLE HUB | |
| Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn) | REMOVAL | |
| Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | REMOVAL | |
| Rear wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| Wheels (out of balance) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM | |
| Shock absorber (worn out) | INSPECTION | |
| Axle hub bearings | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Rear wheel alignment (incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT |