Toyota 4Runner Steering Columns & Shafts

The purpose of the automotive steering system is to receive inputs from the driver, boost and transform them, and finally transfer them to the steering wheels to guide the vehicle. The section of the system providing delivery of the rotational input to the front axle is called the steering shaft. It is hidden inside the steering column, attached to the steering wheel on one end and the rack & pinion system on the other. All these components should be strong and solid, given that their condition has a direct impact on the vehicle’s handling and thus safety. Unfortunately, the Toyota 4Runner’s steering shaft is not as tough as it could be and causes a lot of problems for the owners of this 4x4.

Due to design flaws of the Toyota 4Runner’s steering system assembly, contaminants can get into the steering box while causing its internals to wear and liquid to adulterate. As a result, there is an increased heaviness of the steering wheel that can be either constant or appear abruptly. Typically, the problem can be solved by the replacement of affected parts, which can be rather a pricey operation, unless you shop in our Toyota 4Runner steering columns, shafts & components inventory.