Toyota Tacoma 2015-2018 Service Manual: Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS
3. REMOVE FRONT UPPER FENDER APRON SEAL
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4. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Off Road Package)
5. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
6. REMOVE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY (for 4WD)
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7. SEPARATE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER TUBE (for Automatic Transmission)
HINT:
This procedure is performed to make space for removing and installing the power steering link installation bolt.
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(a) Remove the bolt and clamp to separate the automatic transmission oil cooler tube. |
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8. SEPARATE COOLER COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY
HINT:
This procedure is performed to make space for removing and installing the power steering link installation bolt.
(a) Remove the fan and generator V belt.
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(b) Remove the bolt to separate the suction hose sub-assembly. |
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(c) Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts, and separate the cooler compressor assembly in the direction shown in the illustration.
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9. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
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(a) Fix the steering wheel with the seat belt in order to prevent it from rotating. HINT: The operation is effective for preventing any damage to the spiral cable. |
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(b) Put matchmarks on the steering sliding yoke, No. 2 steering intermediate shaft and steering intermediate shaft. |
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(c) Remove bolts A and B from the steering sliding yoke.
(d) Slide the steering sliding yoke up and separate it from the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft.
(e) Pull down the steering sliding yoke from the steering intermediate shaft to remove it.
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(f) Put matchmarks on the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft and power steering link. |
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(g) Remove bolt C from the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft.
(h) Slide the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft up and remove it from the power steering link.
10. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
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11. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
12. DISCONNECT PRESSURE FEED TUBE ASSEMBLY
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(a) Remove the 2 bolts to separate the tube support brackets. |
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(b) Using a 17 mm union nut wrench, disconnect the pressure feed tube. NOTICE: Do not damage the pressure feed tube. |
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(c) Slide the clip and disconnect the return hose. |
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13. REMOVE POWER STEERING LINK
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(a) Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts. NOTICE: While holding the nut in place, loosen the bolt. |
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(b) Pull the power steering link out of the vehicle in the order shown in the illustration.
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Remove in this Direction (2) |
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
*A
w/ Off Road Package
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*1
NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
*2
NO. 2 E ...
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE STEERING GEAR OUTLET RETURN TUBE
(a) Using a union nut wrench, remove the steering gear outlet return tube.
2. REMOVE STEERING TURN PRESSURE TUBE
(a) Using a u ...
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Operation Check
OPERATION CHECK
1. CHECK NAVIGATION SYSTEM NORMAL CONDITION
(a) If the symptom is applicable to any of the following, it is intended behavior,
and not a malfunction.
Symptom
Answer
A longer route than expected is chosen.
Depending on the road co ...
Center Airbag Sensor Assembly
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check (See page
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2. INSPECT AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle Involved in Collision a ...
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking
brake and put the shift lever in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or
N (vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow, or sand f ...