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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2009SIENNA XLE, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)DRIVELINES & AXLESAXLE SHAFTSAXLEAXLE SYSTEMPROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
2009 Toyota Sienna XLE, FWD
Problem Symptoms Table
2009 Toyota Sienna XLE, FWDSECTION 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 problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
SYMPTOMS REFERENCE
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Wander | 1. Wheel | INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 3. Rear wheel alignment | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 4. Hub bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 5. Front shock absorber | INSPECTION | |
| 6. Rear shock absorber | INSPECTION | |
| Front wheel shimmy | 1. Wheel (imbalance) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Hub bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 3. Lower suspension arm | REMOVAL | |
| 4. Lower ball joint (Worn) | REMOVAL | |
| 5. Front shock absorber | INSPECTION | |
| Noise (Front) | 1. Front drive shaft | INSPECTION |
| 2. Front shock absorber | INSPECTION | |
| 3. Hub bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 4. Lower ball joint (Worn) | REMOVAL | |
| Noise (Rear) | 1. Rear drive shaft | INSPECTION |
| 2. Hub & bearing (2WD) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 3. Hub & bearing (4WD) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 4. Rear shock absorber | INSPECTION |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.