Toyota Tacoma 2015-2018 Service Manual: Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT BRAKE DRUM INSIDE DIAMETER
(a) Using a brake drum gauge or equivalent, measure the inside diameter of the drum.
Standard inside diameter:
254 mm (10.00 in.)
Maximum inside diameter:
256 mm (10.08 in.)
If the inside diameter is greater than the maximum, replace the brake drum.
2. INSPECT REAR DRUM BRAKE SHOE LINING THICKNESS
(a) Using a ruler, measure the thickness of the shoe lining.
Standard thickness:
5.0 mm (0.197 in.)
Minimum thickness:
1.0 mm (0.0394 in.)
If the lining thickness is the minimum value or less, or if there is any severe or uneven wear, replace the brake shoe.
3. INSPECT BRAKE DRUM AND REAR DRUM BRAKE SHOE LINING FOR PROPER CONTACT
(a) Apply chalk to the inside surface of the drum, then grind the brake shoe lining for proper fitting.
If the contact between the drum and the shoe lining is improper, repair it using a brake shoe grinder or replace the brake shoe assembly.
4. INSPECT REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER
(a) Check the cylinder bore and piston for rust and scoring.
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID
HINT:
Immediately wash off any brake fluid that comes into contact with any painted
surfaces.
3. REMOVE REAR BRAKE DRUM SUB-ASSEMBLY ...
Reassembly
REASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL REAR WHEEL CYLINDER CUP KIT
(a) Provisionally tighten the bleeder plug to the rear wheel brake cylinder,
and install the bleeder plug cap.
(b) Apply lithium soa ...
Other materials:
Tail Gate Protector
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE TAIL GATE PROTECTOR
(a) Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 8 screws.
(b) Disengage the 14 claws and 3 guides to remove the tail gate protector ...
4WD Control ECU Communication Stop Mode
DESCRIPTION
Detection Item
Symptom
Trouble Area
4WD Control ECU Communication Stop Mode
Either condition is met:
Communication stop for "Four Wheel Drive Control" is indicated
on the "Communication Bus C ...
AUTO LSD Indicator Light does not Come ON
DESCRIPTION
The AUTO LSD does not operate even if the VSC OFF switch is pressed under the
following conditions:
The brake system is faulty.
The temperature inside the hydraulic brake booster increases and the
AUTO LSD operation is suspended.
The rear differential is locked.
...