Tacoma PreRunner Dbl Cab 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2001)
* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.
Required Tools & Material
Repair Procedure
The rear bracket location on all Tacoma models has not changed. Brackets are still installed to the vehicle in the same method as demonstrated in the
Product Installation Sheet. The ONLY change is the discontinued use of the two (2) nut plates.
Installation of Flange Nuts.
1.
Station the Tube Step rear mounting brackets in place with the 8 mm hex bolts that have the lock washer and flat washer already slipped on as
shown.
2.
Using a 13 mm wrench, nest and locate an 8 mm flange nut into position. Hold the nut in place with the wrench, while tightening up the 8 mm bolt,
as shown at right.
Torque: 18 ft.lbs