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:
Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. IGNITION SWITCH EXPRESSIONS
(a) The type of ignition switch used on this model differs according to the specifications
of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.
Expression
Ignition Switch (Position)
Engine ...
Freeze Frame Data
FREEZE FRAME DATA
1. FREEZE FRAME DATA
(a) Using the Techstream, check the vehicle condition (ECU, sensor) when the
brake system operates or a DTC is output.
2. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA WHEN BRAKE SYSTEM OPERATES
(a) Freeze frame data is stored when the brake system operates. The freeze frame
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Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
CAUTION
■General precautions while driving
Driving un ...
