| Removal and Installation |
| 1. |
Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Timing System - "Dreve Belt") |
| 2. |
Remove the idler (A).
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| 3. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
Replacement 1. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. 2. Remove the wheel cap (A). Be careful not to damage to the wheel cap (A) when removing the it. 3. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub...
Troubleshooting SymptomPossible causeRemedyHard steeringImproper front wheel alignmentExcessive turning resistance of lower arm ball jointLow tire pressureNo power assistCorrectReplaceAdjustRepair or replacePoor return of steering wheel to centerImproper front wheel alignmentCorrectPoor or rough rideImproper front wheel alignmentMalfunctioning shock absorberBroken or worn stabilizerBroken or worn coil springWorn lower arm bushingCorrectRepair or replaceReplaceReplaceReplace the lower arm assemblyAbnormal tire wearImproper front wheel alignmentImproper tire pressureMalfunctioning shock absorberCorrectAdjustRepair or replaceWanderingImproper front wheel alignmentPoor turning resistance of lower arm ball jointLoose or worn lower arm bushingCorrectReplaceRetighten or replaceVehicle pulls to one sideImproper front wheel alignmentExcessive turning resistance of lower arm ball jointBroken or worn coil springBent lower armCorrectReplaceReplaceRepair or replaceSteering wheel shimmyImproper front wheel alignmentPoor turning resistance of lower arm ball jointBroken or worn stabilizerWorn lower arm bushingMalfunctioning shock absorberBroken or worn coil springCorrectReplaceReplaceReplaceRepair or replaceReplaceBottomingBroken or worn coil springMalfunctioning shock absorberReplaceRepair or replace Wheel /tire noise, vibration and harshness concerns are directly related to vehicle speed and are not generally affected by acceleration, coasting or decelerating...