Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ON STEERING SYSTEM
(a) Care must be taken when replacing parts. Incorrect replacement may affect the performance of the steering system and result in driving hazards.
2. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ON SRS AIRBAG SYSTEM
(a) The vehicle is equipped with a SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) such as
the driver airbag and front passenger airbag. Failure to carry out service operations
in the correct sequence could cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during servicing.
This may cause a serious accident. Before servicing (including inspection, replacement,
removal and installation of parts), be sure to read the precautionary notices for
the Supplemental Restraint System (See page .gif)
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Steering System
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On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY
(a) Stop the vehicle and align the tires facing straight ahead.
(b) Gently turn the steering wheel right and left by ha ...
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Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple
suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order
of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by
check ...
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT SPIDER BEARING
(a) Check the spider bearings for wear and damage.
(b) Check each spider bearing's axial play by turning the yoke while holding
the shaft tightly.
Maximum bearing axial play:
0 to 0.05 mm (0 to 0.002 i ...
How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the following procedures to troubleshoot the steering lock system.
*: Use the Techstream.
PROCEDURE
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VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
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