Tacoma 4WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2006)
10. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY
a. Remove the cotter pin and nut.
b. Using SST, separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
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11. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM
a. Remove the 2 bolts, and separate the front suspension lower arm from the front axle.
12. SEPARATE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER ARM
a. Support the front suspension lower arm with a jack.
b. Remove the clip and nut.
c. Using SST, separate the steering knuckle from the front suspension upper arm.
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13. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB
a. for 4WD: (1) Using a plastic hammer, separate the front axle hub from the front drive shaft.
b. Remove the front axle hub.
DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE KNUCKLE GREASE RETAINER CAP (for Pre-Runner)
a. Using a screwdriver and hammer, remove the knuckle grease retainer cap.