Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR
(a) Check the fluid level.
If the brake fluid level is lower than the MIN line, check for leaks and inspect the disc brake pads. If necessary, refill the reservoir with brake fluid to the MAX line after repair or replacement.
Fluid:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Replacement
REPLACEMENT
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
Immediately wash off any brake fluid that comes into contact with any painted
surfaces.
HINT:
If any work is done on the brake system or if air in th ...
Other materials:
Monitor Drive Pattern
MONITOR DRIVE PATTERN
1. TEST MONITOR DRIVE PATTERN FOR ECT
CAUTION:
Perform this drive pattern on a level surface and strictly observe the posted
speed limits and traffic laws while driving.
HINT:
Performing this drive pattern is one method to simulate the ECM (ECT) malfunction
detection c ...
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 ...
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of replacement
varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems difficult to perform,
contact your Toyota dealer.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your Toyota dealer.
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