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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver/Drier -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma SR5 3.4 V6 GAS

While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:

Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Avalon & Supra -> Camry & Camry Solara -> Celica & MR2 -> Highlander -> Land Cruiser & Sequoia -> Overhaul -> Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma Regular CAB 2.7 L4 GAS

Avalon & Supra

Replace

Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
Disconnect brake hose from brake tube and caliper using a suitable tool.
Remove caliper attaching bolts, then the caliper, Figs. through .
Remove anti-squeal shim(s), brake pad, anti-rattle spring, pad guide plate and pad support plate.
Reverse procedure to install, then bleed brake system.

Overhaul

Remove sliding bushing and boot, Figs. and .
Remove main pin boot using a suitable chisel.
Remove piston using compressed air. When using air pressure to remove caliper piston, place a shop towel ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma Regular CAB 2.4 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assembly -> Disassemble -> Snap Ring Type
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma Regular CAB 2.4 L4 GAS

Disassemble

Snap Ring Type

This procedure describes a driveline equipped with cardan joint in tube yoke. Driveline equipped with companion/slip yoke repeat steps to remove remaining cardan joint.

Place driveshaft on suitable workbench. Do not damage driveshaft when servicing on workbench. Ensure driveline and components are reference marked to prevent driveline imbalance. Do not tighten driveshaft too tightly in a vise because this will cause driveline to become out of balance and result in driveline vibration.
Tap outside of bearing cap with a drift to loosen snap ring.
...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma 3.4 V6 GAS

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Remove battery, battery tray and/or igniter bracket, if required.
Remove air cleaner assembly, if required.
Disconnect electrical connectors from starter motor.
On mo...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma SR5 3.4 V6 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 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma 3.4 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 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 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 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Connector Locations, I1 Through W3 Diagram for 1997 Toyota Tacoma 3.4 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:

Vehicle Speed Sensor

Throttle Position Sensor

Wiper Motor

Starter

Oil Pressure Switch

Engine Compartment Grounds & Harness To Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Cowl Wire

Engine Room Main Wire

Engine Wire

Sensor wire

Connector ED-1

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1997 Toyota Tacoma Regular CAB 3.4 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Data Link Connector

Battery

Ignition Switch

Antilock Brake System Relay

Right Front Antilock Brake System Speed Sensor

1997 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Data Link Connector

Battery

Ignition Switch

Injector 1

Injector 3

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Toyota Tacoma cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: A340 TRANSMISSION SOLENOID IDENTIFICATION
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter

Document: SEAT BELT TONGUE PLATE STOPPER REPLACEMENT - REVISED
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Toyota Tacoma AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 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 1997 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 1997 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 1997 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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