Tacoma PreRunner Dbl Cab 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2001)
7. REMOVE STEERING KNUCKLE
a. Remove the cotter pin and loosen the nut.
Torque: 105 Nm (1,100 kgf-cm, 80 ft. lbs.)
HINT: At the time of installation, if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned, tighten the nut further up to 60°.
b. Using Special Service Tool (SST), disconnect the steering knuckle.
SST 09950-40011 (09951-04010, 09952-04010, 09553-04020, 09554-04010, 09955-04031, 09958-04011)
c. Remove the nut and steering knuckle.
NOTICE:
4WD: Be careful not to damage the oil seal and drive shaft boot.
HINT:
4WD: When it is difficult to disconnect the drive shaft, tap the tip of the drive shaft with a plastic hammer.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
HINT: After installation, bleed the brake system, check the front wheel alignment and ABS speed sensor signal.