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) | |
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*1: for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column
*2: for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column
*3: for 2WD
*4: for AWD
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Components
COMPONENTS ILLUSTRATION *1 REAR NO. 1 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION *2 REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY ● Non-reusable part - -
Installation
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION (a) Using SST, install a new rear No. 1 differential mount cushion. SST: 09316-12010 SST: 09570-24011 *1 Rear Suspension M
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Disposal
DISPOSAL PROCEDURE 1. DISPOSE OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY CAUTION:
Always use a cloth to prevent shards of metal flying about due to the release of pressurized gas.
Always wear safety glasses.
HINT: The gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous. (a) w/o AVS: (1) Place the front s
Removal
REMOVAL CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT: When removing a name plate or emblem, heat the vehicle body and name plate or emblem using a heat light. Heating Temperature Item Temperature Vehicle Body 40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F) Name Plate or Emblem 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F) CAUTION:
