Tacoma PreRunner Dbl Cab 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2001)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Rear Shock Absorber
REMOVAL
HINT: Pre runner is the model described.
RZN191L-TRPDKAB, RZN196L-CRPDKAB, PZN196L-PRPDKAB, VZN195L-CRPDKAB, VZN195L-PRPDKAB
1. SUPPORT BODY WITH SAFETY STANDS
a. Jack up and support the body on safety stands.
b. Lower the axle housing until the leaf spring tension is free, and keep it at this position.
2. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
a. Remove the 2 rear shock absorber set bolts.
Torque:
2WD: 26 Nm (260 kgf-cm, 19 ft. lbs.)
4WD and pre runner: 71 Nm (730 kgf-cm, 53 ft. lbs.)
b. Remove the rear shock absorber.
INSPECTION
INSPECT SHOCK ABSORBER
Compress and extend the shock absorber rod and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual operation sounds.