Toyota All Models Inspection Standards Manual page 9

MECHANICAL STANDARDS
AND PROCESS NOTES
Item
16 Automatic transmission operates properly during operating
temperature.
17 Steering has normal feel in lock-to-lock turning.
18 Steering wheel centered in straight-line driving.
19 Vehicle tracks and drives straight on level surface.
20 Tilt and telescopic steering mechanism operates properly.
21 Front windshield wiper operates properly in all modes.
22 Rear windshield wiper operates properly in all modes.
23 Windshield washer fluid sprays properly.
24 Wiper blades clear glass properly.
25 Wipers return to correct position when off.
26 Speedometer functions properly.
27 Odometer application registers mileage in every mode.
28 Cruise control operates properly.
II. Road Test
Criteria
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Comments
Test both forward and reverse operation to ensure gear ranges
engage promptly (1 – 2 seconds) when shifting from N to D or R
when warmed up.
Delayed or "mushy" engagement may indicate internal transmission
pressure or clutch problems.
Tight spots or sticking in lock-to-lock steering wheel rotation can
indicate damaged rack.
Hands-off steering pull can be affected by alignment, tire
condition or type.
Check both front and rear wipers, and check for correct
"park" position.
Example: 4Runner rear window will not open if wiper does not
return to park position due to incorrect arm position on shaft.
Adjust as necessary.
Consider replacing with Toyota genuine wiper inserts.
Check each trip odometer.
Test all modes and functions.
Mechanical Notes 10/10