Suspension

Inspection

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INSPECTION PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT TIRES

(a) Check the tires for wear and proper inflation pressure.

Cold Tire Inflation Pressure (Unloaded Vehicle):

Tire Size

Vehicle Model

Front

kPa (kgf/cm2, psi)

Rear

kPa (kgf/cm2, psi)

P265/70R17 113S

GRN280L-GKAGKA

GRN285L-GKAGKA

220 (2.2, 32)

220 (2.2, 32)

P245/60R20 107H

GRN280L-GKAGKA

GRN285L-GKAGKA

220 (2.2, 32)

220 (2.2, 32)

(b) Using a dial indicator, check the tire runout.

Standard tire runout:

3.0 mm (0.118 in.) or less

2. ROTATE TIRES


HINT:

Rotate the tires as shown in the illustration.

Text in Illustration

Front

3. INSPECT WHEEL BALANCE

(a) Check and adjust the off-the-car balance.

Text in Illustration

*a

P245/60R20 107H

*b

P265/70R17 113S

(b) If necessary, check and adjust the on-the-car balance.

Standard Imbalance after Adjustment:

Tire Size

Wheel Size

Imbalance

P265/70R17

17 x 7J, 17 x 7.5J

(Aluminum Wheel)

6.0 g (0.0132 lb) or less

17 x 7J, 17 x 7.5J

(Steel Wheel)

12 g (0.0265 lb) or less

P245/60R20

20 x 7J

(Aluminum Wheel)

6.0 g (0.0132 lb) or less

NOTICE:

  • The imbalance after adjustment value is the conversion value at the rim flange position.
  • Using a cleaning detergent, remove dirt, oil and water from the surface where the balance weight is to be adhered.
  • Do not touch the adhesive surface of the tape.
  • Attach a sticking type balance weight to the flat surface (A) shown in the illustration.

    Width (A):

    25 mm (0.984 in.)

  • Push the balance weight with your finger so that it securely adheres to the position.
  • Do not reuse the balance weight.

4. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB

(a) for 2WD:

Inspect the front axle hub (See page ).


(b) for 4WD:

Inspect the front axle hub (See page ).


5. INSPECT REAR AXLE SHAFT

(a) Inspect the rear axle shaft (See page ).

Test yourself

A quick Toyota 4Runner quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.