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:
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo
capacity and load.
● Stow cargo and luggage in the rear deck whenever possible.
● Be sure all items are secured in place.
● Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far forward as
po ...
Reassembly
REASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT CENTER NO. 2 SUPPORT BEARING ASSEMBLY
(a) Turn the center bearing by hand, check that it turns smoothly without catching
and that there are no cracks or damage.
If there are any defects, replace it.
2. INSTALL CENTER NO. 2 SUPPORT BEARING ASSEMBLY
(a) Instal ...
Installation
INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL REAR DIFFERENTIAL DRIVE PINION BEARING SPACER
(a) Install a new front differential drive pinion bearing spacer.
HINT:
Make sure the front differential drive pinion bearing spacer is installed correctly.
2. INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL OIL STORAGE RING
(a) Using a bra ...
