Tacoma 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2006)
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY FRONT
a. Compress and extend the shock absorber rod and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.
If there is any abnormality, replace the shock absorber front with a new one.
NOTICE: When disposing of the shock absorber front, see DISPOSAL.
REASSEMBLY
1. INSTALL FRONT COIL SPRING
a. Using SST, compress the front coil spring LH.
SST 09727-30021 (09727-00010, 09727-00031), 09727-00060
NOTICE: Do not use an impact wrench. It will damage SST.
b. Install the front coil spring onto the shock absorber front.
HINT: Fit the lower end of the front coil spring into the gap of the spring lower seat.
2. INSTALL FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER CUSHION RETAINER
3. INSTALL FRONT COIL SPRING INSULATOR UPPER
4. INSTALL FRONT SUSPENSION SUPPORT SUB-ASSEMBLY
5. INSTALL FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER CUSHION NO. 1
6. INSTALL FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER CUSHION RETAINER
7. INSTALL FRONT SUPPORT TO FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER NUT
a. Align the suspension support and the absorber bush as shown in the illustration.
b. Fit and tighten a new lock nut.
Torque: 27 Nm (275 kgf-cm, 20 ft. lbs.)
NOTICE: Do not use an impact wrench. It will damage the shock absorber rod.