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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Component Replacement -> Avalon -> Camry & Camry Solara -> Celica -> Cooling Fan/Motor -> Corolla, Echo & Highlander -> MR2 -> No. 1 Cooling Fan -> No. 2 Cooling Fan -> RAV4 -> Sienna
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS

Cooling Fan/Motor

Avalon
No. 1 Cooling Fan
  • Remove battery and tray.
  • Disconnect cruise control actuator from body.
  • Remove No. 3 engine room relay block from radiator.
  • Disconnect cruise control actuator wire from clamp on fan shroud.
  • Disconnect cooling fan electrical connector.
  • Remove retaining bolts from cooling fan assembly.
  • Remove fan blade attaching nut and fan.
  • Remove fan motor to assembly attaching screws, then the motor.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> ABS Computer -> Brake Actuator -> Brake Lines -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Master Cylinder
  • Fill reservoir.
  • Disconnect master cylinder tubes.
  • Slowly depress brake pedal and hold.
  • Block outlet holes with fingers and release pedal.
  • Repeat 3-4 times.
Brake Lines

Bleed wheel with longest brake line first, then work your way back to the master cylinder according to brake line length.

  • Connect brake cylinder tube.
  • Depress pedal several times and hold.
  • Loosen bleeder plug.
  • When fluid stops coming out, tighten bleeder plug and release pedal.
  • Repeat several times.
  • Repeat entire procedure for each wheel.
  • Fill reservoir.

Component Replacement

Brake Actuator
  • Remove ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove engine under-cover.
  • Drain differential oil.
  • Remove drive shaft lock nut grease cap, using a screwdriver and hammer.
  • Remove cotter pin and lock cap from drive shaft lock nut.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove drive shaft lock nut.
  • Remove cotter pin and nut from lower ball joint.
  • Disconnect lower suspension arm, using a suitable pry tool.
  • Disconnect drive shaft from hub by pushing steering knuckle outward. Be careful not to damage oil seal, bo...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • On models equipped with audio coded anti-theft system, obtain three-digit system code.
  • On all models, if required, remove battery, battery tray and/or igniter bracket.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly, if required.
  • Disconnect electrical connec...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

This lamp will be illuminated when automatic transmission or transfer case fluid temperature exceeds 302°F. If the lamp lights, allow vehicle to operate at idle speed until fluid temperature falls below 248°F; t...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Disconnect radiator upper and lower hoses at radiator.
  • Disconnect ATF cooler lines at radiator.
  • Disconnect cooling fan electrical connectors.
  • Disconnect wiring harness clamps f...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 3.4 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove engine under cover.
  • Loosen idle pulley lock nut.
  • Loosen drive belt tensi...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Supplemental Restraint System Diagram for 2002 Toyota Tacoma  3.4 V6 GASSupplemental Restraint System Diagram for 2002 Toyota Tacoma 3.4 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Airbag Sensor Assembly
  • Spiral Cable
  • SRS Warning Light
  • Airbag Sensor
  • Seat Belt Pretensioner
  • Refrigerant Line Diagram for 2002 Toyota Tacoma  2.4 L4 GASRefrigerant Line Diagram for 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Compressor
  • Condenser
  • Receiver
  • Expansion Valve
  • Suction Hose
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Toyota Tacoma  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Fuel Pump
  • Starter Relay
  • Igniter
  • Idle Air Control Valve
  • 2002 Toyota Tacoma  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Injector 1
  • Injector 3
  • Malfunction Indicator Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: A340 TRANSMISSION SOLENOID IDENTIFICATION
    Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: LONG TERM VEHICLE STORAGE GUIDELINES
    Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2002 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2002 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2002 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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