Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY
(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 check the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Torque:
0.49-3.43 N·m {5.0-35.0 kgf·cm, 4.34-30.36 in·lbf}
2. INSPECT POWER STEERING RACK
(a) Using a dial indicator, check the power steering rack for runout, teeth wear and damage.
Maximum runout:
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
If necessary, replace the power steering link assembly.
(b) Check the back surface for wear and damage.
If necessary, replace the power steering link assembly.
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 ...
Installation
INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL POWER STEERING LINK
(a) Insert the power steering link into the vehicle in the order shown in the
illustration.
Install in this Direction ...
Other materials:
Light Sensor Circuit Malfunction (B1244)
DESCRIPTION
This DTC is output when a failure of the automatic light control sensor circuit
is detected.
DTC Code
DTC Detection Condition
Trouble Area
B1244
When either condition below is met:
Malfunction of light sensor ...
Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. PRECAUTIONS WHEN CHECKING FOR DTCS
(a) When the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal, the
DTCs stored in the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator or UPR bracket assembly)
are cleared. Be sure to record any output DTCs immediately.
(b) Normally, with ...
Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL REAR AIRBAG SENSOR LH
(a) Check that the ignition switch is OFF.
(b) Check that the cable is disconnected from the battery negative (-) terminal.
CAUTION:
After disconnecting the cable from the terminal, wait for at least 90 seconds
...
