4570060051 Toyota DAMPER ASSY, STEERING, Price: 180.55$, Weight: 1.985kg
| Make | Number | Name | Availability | Weight, kg | Ship in, Days | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Toyota |
4570060051 |
DAMPER ASSY, STEERING |
1 |
1.985 |
2-3 |
180.55$ |
Compatibility
| Description | Model | Options | Prod Period | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ80,HDJ80,HZJ80,FZJ80 | HZJ80R-GNMNSQ | ATM,MTM: MANUAL TRANSMISSION; Driver's Position: RIGHT-HAND DRIVE VEHICLES; Grade: GX TYPE; Fuel Induction: DIESEL; Gear Shift Type: MTM, 5-SPEED FLOOR SHIFT; Engine: (1HZ) 4200CC DIESEL; Destination: AUSTRALIA | 01.1990 - 01.1998 | View |
| Description | Model | Options | Prod Period | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ80,FZJ80,HDJ81,HZJ81 | HZJ81V-RNPNS | ATM,MTM: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION,4-SPEED FLOOR SHIFT; Grade: GX,GX LIMITED TYPE; Fuel Induction: DIESEL; Engine: (1HZ) 4200CC DIESEL | 01.1990 - 05.1993 | View |
Steering Damper Assembly for Toyota 4x4 Steering
This steering damper is a small shock absorber mounted in the steering system. It is needed to control sudden steering movements caused by bumps, potholes, ruts, and off-road hits. On heavy vehicles like a Land Cruiser, it helps keep the wheel steady and the truck tracking straight .
How It Works
Inside the unit, hydraulic oil is forced through internal valves when the steering linkage moves. This creates smooth resistance that slows down fast oscillations. The result is less kickback through the steering wheel, reduced shimmy, and better stability at speed.
What Happens If Itโs Worn or Broken
A weak damper can cause steering wobble, vibration after hitting bumps, and extra driver fatigue. In serious cases you may feel โdeath wobbleโ style shaking, especially with larger tires or worn suspension joints. Continued driving can accelerate wear on tie rods, steering box/rack mounts, and front-end bushings โ ๏ธ.
Why Replace It
Replacing the damper restores straight-line control, improves comfort, and helps protect the steering linkage during hard use. Best practice: inspect for oil leaks, bent rod, loose bushings, or dead spots in movement.
Compatible Models
- Land Cruiser
- Land Cruiser Van