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Tacoma 2020
Ball joint and dust cover inspection for the 3.5L V6 4WD configuration. This page keeps the normalized interval, QA status, and source evidence together so one record can be reviewed in full.
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5000
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Ball joint and dust cover inspection for Toyota Tacoma 2020
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Ball joint and dust cover inspection
Special operating conditions include ball joint and dust cover inspections during dusty-road use; modeled here as a severe-use inspection reminder.
Actioninspect
Conditionsevere
Methodtable-row
Source target2020-toyota-tacoma-maintenance-guide
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0 miles or 6 months Check installation of driver’s floor mat Inspect and adjust all fluid levels 1 Inspect wiper blades Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions 3 Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: Inspect ball joints and dust covers Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD) Inspect engine air filter Inspect steering linkage and boots Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt 4 Replace engine oil and oil filter 2 Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body Driving while towing, u
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