Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Repair Instruction: Precaution
- BASIC REPAIR HINT
- HINTS ON OPERATIONS
- JACKING UP AND SUPPORTING VEHICLE
- Care must be taken when jacking up and supporting the vehicle. Be sure to lift and support the vehicle at the proper locations.
- PRECOATED PARTS
- Precoated parts are bolts and nuts that are coated with a seal lock adhesive at the factory.
- If a precoated part is retightened, loosened or moved in any way, it must be recoated with the specified adhesive.
- When reusing a precoated part, clean off the old adhesive and dry the part with compressed air. Then apply new seal lock adhesive appropriate to that part.
- Some seal lock agents harden slowly. You may have to wait for the seal lock adhesive to harden.
- GASKETS
- When necessary, use a sealer on gaskets to prevent leaks.
- BOLTS, NUTS AND SCREWS
- Carefully follow all the specifications for tightening torques. Always use a torque wrench.
- FUSES
- When inspecting a fuse, check that the wire of the fuse is not broken.
- When replacing fuses, be sure that the new fuse has the correct amperage rating. Do not exceed the rating or use one with a lower rating.PART DESCRIPTION TABLE
Graphic Symbol Part Name Abbreviation FUSE FUSE MEDIUM CURRENT FUSE M-FUSE HIGH CURRENT FUSE H-FUSE FUSIBLE LINK FL CIRCUIT BREAKER CB
- clips
- The removal and installation methods of typical clips used for vehicle body parts are shown in the table below.
HINT:
If clips are damaged during a procedure, always replace the clips with new clips.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION METHODS OF TYPICAL CLIPS FOR VEHICLE BODY PARTSShape (Example) Graphic Procedures Remove clips with a clip remover or pliers. Remove clips with a clip remover or screwdriver. Remove clips with a wide scraper to prevent panel damage. Remove clips by pushing the center pin through and prying out the shell. Remove clips by unscrewing the center pin and prying out the shell. Remove clips by prying out the pin and then prying out the shell.
- The removal and installation methods of typical clips used for vehicle body parts are shown in the table below.
- CLAWS
- The removal and installation methods of typical claws used for vehicle body parts are shown in the table below.
HINT:
If claws of caps or covers are damaged during a procedure, always replace the caps or covers with new ones.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION METHODS OF TYPICAL CLAWS FOR VEHICLE BODY PARTSShape (Example) Graphic Procedures Using a screwdriver, detach the claws and remove the caps or covers. Using a screwdriver, detach the claws and remove the caps or covers. Using a screwdriver, detach the claws and remove the caps or covers.
- The removal and installation methods of typical claws used for vehicle body parts are shown in the table below.
- REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF VACUUM HOSES
- To disconnect a vacuum hose, pull and twist from the end of the hose. Do not pull from the middle of the hose as this may cause damage.
- When disconnecting vacuum hoses, use tags to identify where they should be reconnected.
- After completing any hose related repairs, double check that the vacuum hoses are properly connected. The label under the hood shows the proper layout.
- When using a vacuum gauge, never force the hose onto a connector that is too large. If a hose has been stretched, it may leak air. Use a step-down adapter if necessary.
- TORQUE WHEN USING TORQUE WRENCH WITH EXTENSION TOOL
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- Use the formula below to calculate special torque values for situations where SST or an extension tool is combined with a torque wrench.
Formula:
T' = L2/(L1 + L2) * T
FORMULA DESCRIPTION CHARTT' Reading of torque wrench {N*m (kgf*cm, ft.*lbf)} T Torque {N*m (kgf*cm, ft.*lbf)} L1 Length of SST or extension tool {cm, (in.)} L2 Length of torque wrench {cm (in.)} NOTE: If an extension tool or SST is combined with a torque wrench and the wrench is used to tighten to a torque specification in this article, the actual torque will be excessive and parts will be damaged.
- Use the formula below to calculate special torque values for situations where SST or an extension tool is combined with a torque wrench.
- FOR VEHICLES WITH SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
The TOYOTA TUNDRA is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). The SRS of this vehicle consists of the following:
- Steering pad
- Front passenger airbag assembly
- Curtain shield airbag assembly
- Front seat side airbag assembly
- Center airbag sensor assembly
- Front airbag sensor
- Side airbag sensor
- Seat position airbag sensor
- Door side airbag sensor
- Occupant classification ECU
- Front seat outer belt assembly with pretensionerCAUTION:
- Failure to carry out service procedures in the correct sequence could cause SRS parts to unexpectedly deploy and possibly lead to serious injuries. Furthermore, if a mistake is made when servicing SRS parts, they may fail to operate when required. Before performing servicing (including installation/removal, inspection and replacement of parts), be sure to read the following precautions.
- Before starting work, wait at least 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF and after the cable of the negative (-) battery terminal is disconnected. (SRS parts are equipped with a backup power source. If work is started within 90 seconds of turning the ignition switch OFF and disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, SRS parts may deploy.)
- Do not expose SRS parts directly to hot air or flames.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.