Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM
(a) Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times, as shown in the illustration, before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Torque:
1.0-3.0 N·m {3-45 kgf·cm, 3-39 in·lbf}
(c) Check for any cracks and grease leakage on the ball joint dust cover.
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
2. INSPECT FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM
(a) Install the hub nuts onto the disc.
(b) Using a dial indicator, check the lower ball joint for excessive play w ...
Installation
INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
1. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM
(a) Align the matchmarks on the camber adjust cam No. 2 and toe adjust cam. Temporarily
tighten the bolt and the nut.
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Other materials:
Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
If one of the camshaft timing gear bolts is already removed, do not remove any
other camshaft timing gear bolts.
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Off Road Package)
2. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
3. REMOVE ...
On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT
(a) Visually check the belt for defects, such as excessive wear and frayed cords.
If any defects are found, replace the drive belt.
HINT:
Replace the belt if there are any missing ribs.
2. BLEED POWER STEERING SYSTEM
(a) Check the fluid ...
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE REAR BUMPER HOLE COVER
(a) Disengage the 2 clips to remove the rear bumper hole cover.
2. REMOVE REAR BUMPER PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Separate the 2 license plate light assemblies as shown in the illustr ...
