Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Removal

Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual / Exterior / Rear Bumper(w/ 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 NO. 1 RECEIVER HITCH ATTACHMENT REINFORCEMENT

(a) Remove the 8 bolts.

(b) Disengage the 4 guides to remove the 2 No. 1 receiver hitch attachment reinforcements.

2. REMOVE REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the 3 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 CONNECTOR COVER (a) Disengage the 2 clips to remove the connector cover. 2. REMOVE REAR BUMPER PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY ...

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