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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Drum Brakes -> Precautions -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma 4.0 V6 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 2.7 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 2.7 L4 GAS

Front

  • Place vehicle in neutral.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Place matchmarks on the propeller shaft and front differential flanges.
  • Remove bolts, nuts, and washers from differential flange.
  • Suspend the front side of the propeller shaft.
  • Place matchmarks on the propeller shaft and transfer flanges.
  • Remove bolts, nuts, and washers from transfer flanges.
  • Remove front propeller shaft.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque differential flange bolts to 54 ft. lbs.
    • Torque ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 2.7 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 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

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 4.0 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
  • Remove hose from water outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp a...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tacoma 4.0 V6 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+.

Select 2-4 And High-Low System Location Diagram for 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 4.0 V6 GASSelect 2-4 And High-Low System Location Diagram for 2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 4.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Combination Meter
  • Limit Switch
  • Transfer Motor
  • Transfer Shift Actuator Assembly
  • 4 Wheel Drive Control ECU
  • Air Conditioning System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GASAir Conditioning System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Resistor
  • Blower
  • Air Inlet Control Servomotor
  • Mode Control Servomotor
  • Cooler Evaporator Sub-Assembly
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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 PRE Runner 2.7 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Toyota Tacoma PRE Runner 2.7 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Voltage Inverter
  • Power Outlet Main Switch
  • Power Point Socket
  • 2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Toyota Tacoma X-RUNNER 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Horn
  • Horn Switch
  • Ambient Temperature Sensor
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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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