Tacoma Regular Cab 2WD L4-2438cc 2.4L DOHC MFI (1997)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove front wheel.
Torque to 110 Nm (83 ft. lbs.)
2. Remove shock absorber.
a. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the shock absorber from the lower suspension arm.
Installation Hint: Torque to 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.)
b. Hold the shock absorber rod, then remove the nut, retainer, cushion and shock absorber.
Installation Hint: Torque to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
c. Remove the cushion and retainer from the 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. If
there is any abnormality, replace the shock absorber with a new one.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Inspection