Tacoma Extra Cab 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1998)
Load Compensator: Testing and Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. Set rear axle load.
Rear axle load (includes vehicle weight):
2WD
700 kg (1,543 lbs.)
4WD
850 kg (1,874 lbs.)
2. Install Load Sensing Proportioning & By-Pass Valve (LSP & BV) gauge Special Service Tool (SST) 09709-29018 or equivalent and bleed air.
3. Raise front brake pressure to 7,845 kPa (1,138 psi) and check rear brake pressure.
Rear brake pressure:
2WD
4,913 ± 490 kPa (713 ± 71 psi)
4WD
4,383 ± 490 kPa (636 ± 71 psi)
HINT: The brake pedal should not be depressed twice and/or returned while setting to the specified pressure. Read the value of rear brake
pressure 2 seconds after adjusting the specified fluid pressure. If the brake pressure is incorrect, adjust the fluid pressure.
4. If necessary, adjust fluid pressure.
a. Adjust the length of the No.2 shackle.
Low pressure-Lengthen A
High pressure-Shorten A
Initial set: