Tundra 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2005)
a. Remove the 2 bolts and tailgate.
NOTE: Be careful not to drop the tailgate.
b. Using a Torx(R) socket wrench (T40), remove the 6 screws and 2 tailgate hinges from the tailgate.
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL TAILGATE
a. Using a Torx(R) socket wrench (T40), install the tailgate hinges to the tailgate with the 4 screws.
Torque: 17 N.m (178 kgf.cm, 13 ft.lbf)
b. Install the tailgate to the body with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 17 N.m (178 kgf.cm, 13 ft.lbf)
NOTE: Be careful not to drop the tailgate.
2. INSTALL TAILGATE CABLE
a. Install the tailgate cable and gate side shaft to the tailgate.
Torque: 27 N.m (275 kgf.cm, 20 ft.lbf)
b. Install the tailgate cable and deck side shaft to the body.
Torque: 27 N.m (275 kgf.cm, 20 ft.lbf)