Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Removal

Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual / Exterior / Rear Bumper(w/o Towing Package) / 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

(a) Disconnect the 2 connectors.

(b) Using an engine lifter or equivalent, remove the 6 bolts.

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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

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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:

Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST 1. DATA LIST NOTICE: In the table below, the values listed under "Normal Condition" are reference values. Do not depend solely on these reference values when deciding whether a part is faulty or not. HINT: Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows t ...

Active head restraints (Access Cab and Double Cab models only)
When the occupant’s back presses against the seatback during a rear-end collision, the head restraint moves slightly forward to help reduce the risk of whiplash on the seat occupant. ■Active head restraints Even small forces applied to the seatback may cause the head restraint to mov ...

How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT: *: Use the Techstream. PROCEDURE 1. VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP NEXT 2. CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS CHECK HINT: In troubleshooti ...