Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
If the bumper is damaged, there is a possibility that the installation area of the blind spot monitor sensor may be deformed and the blind spot monitor system may not operate correctly, so visually inspect the blind spot monitor sensor installation area (frame, stud bolt) to make sure it is not dented or bent.
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If the visual inspection finds a problem, check the installation condition of the blind spot monitor sensor, and adjust the installation position of the blind spot monitor sensor as necessary.
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY
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(a) Disconnect the 2 connectors. |
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(b) Using an engine lifter or equivalent, remove the 6 bolts.
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(c) Disengage the 2 pins to remove the rear bumper assembly.
NOTICE:
- Using plate lift attachments or equivalent, set the rear bumper assembly on a flat surface.
- Be sure to perform the operation with 2 persons or more.
- Be careful not to damage the rear bumper assembly.
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
ILLUSTRATION
ILLUSTRATION
ILLUSTRATION
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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 PA ...
Other materials:
Chassis
General Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE
(a) Check the steering wheel free play (See page
).
(b) Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
(1) Check that the tie rod ends do not have excessive play.
(2) Check that the dust seals and boots are ...
Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DESCRIPTION
The 4 wheel drive control ECU records DTCs when the ECU detects a malfunction
in the ECU itself or in system circuits.
The DTCs can be read through the DLC3 of the vehicle. When the system seems to
be malfunctioning, use the Techstream to check for malfunctions ...
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT CONNECTING ROD THRUST CLEARANCE
(a) Using a dial indicator, measure the thrust clearance while moving
the connecting rod back and forth.
Standard thrust clearance:
0.15 to 0.40 mm (0.00591 to 0.0157 in.)
Maximum thrust clearance:
0.50 ...
