PRECAUTION 1. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR STEERING SYSTEM (a)
The vehicle is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
such as airbags. Failure to carry out service operations in the correct
sequence could cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during servicing.
This may cause a serious accident. Before servicing (including
inspection, replacement, removal and installation of parts), be sure to
read the precautionary notices for the Supplemental Restraint System
(See page 2. PRECAUTIONS FOR REMOVAL, INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT OF POWER STEERING COMPONENTS (a) Be sure to turn the front wheels straight ahead when removing and installing the power steering link assembly. (b) If disconnecting the steering sliding yoke and the pinion shaft of the power steering link assembly, be sure to put matchmarks on them before starting the operation. |
Toyota Tundra Service Manual > Steering Gear: Inspection
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH (a) Secure the tie rod end LH in a vise. (b) Install the nut to the stud bolt. (c) Flip the ball joint back and forth 5 times or more. (d) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the to ...
