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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Front Disc Brakes -> Precautions -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 2.7 L4 GAS

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Some models are equipped with an audio coded anti-theft system that will disable the radio when the battery cable is disconnected. The system can be identified by the "ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM" on the cassette tape lid. Obtain 3 digit customer code for input. Reset system after service as follows:

  • Obtain 3 digit audio anti-theft code.
  • Depress 1 (PROG) while depressing righthand side of TUNE SEEK button, - - - will appear in tape operation display.
  • To enter the first digit, depress 1 (PROG) button repeatedly until the number of times depressed equals the first digit ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma 4.0 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 2.7 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from negative battery terminal.
  • Remove V-bank cover.
  • Remove lefthand radiator support to frame seal.
  • Remove fan shroud.
  • Disconnect wire harness.
  • Remove bolt and wire harness stay.
  • Disconnect connector from alternator assembly.
  • Remove terminal cap and nut.
  • Disconnect wire harness from terminal B.
  • Remove two bolts, then separate wire harness clam...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

This lamp will be illuminated when the coolant level in the radiator drops below a pre-determined point. To reset the lamp, bring the c...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Drain engine coolant.
  • Remove battery, then air cleaner inlet No. 1 and No. 2, Fig. .
  • Disconnect radiator reserve tank hose, radiator hose inlet and radiator hose outlet.
  • Disconnect oil cooler inlet tube No. 1 and oil coolant outlet tube No. 1.
  • Remove upper radiator support.
  • Disconnect fan m...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2005 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Safety Restraint System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Tacoma  2.7 L4 GASSafety Restraint System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Seat Belt Assembly
  • Air Bag Sensor
  • Occupant Classification Sensor
  • Occupant Classification ECU
  • Air Bag Assembly
  • Brake System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 2.7 L4 GASBrake System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 2.7 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Wheel Speed Sensor
  • Relay Box
  • Brake Fluid Level Warning Switch
  • Junction Box
  • Skid Control ECU
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2005 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Combination Meter
  • Engine Oil Pressure Switch
  • 2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Rear Door Lock
  • Right Rear Door Lock
  • Door Control Receiver
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2005 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: MIL ON DTC P0705
    Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma 4.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: REAR SUSPENSION SQUEAK NOISE
    Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma 4.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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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