Body/Frame - Rear End Vibration While Driving
T-SB-0144-10June 7, 2010
Rear Suspension Bolt Corrosion (Vibration While Driving)
Service Category
Suspension
Section
Rear Suspension
Applicability
Introduction
Under certain driving and road conditions corrosion may build on the front bolts of the rear suspension member. This condition may result in vibration from the rear of the vehicle while driving. Newly designed fasteners for the forward mounting location are available to address this condition. The rearward fasteners are naturally shielded from possible corrosion due to the differing mounting locations and are not affected. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to complete the repair.
Production Change Information
This TSB applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown.
Parts Information
Warranty Information
APPLICABLE WARRANTY
^ This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
^ Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin.
Required Tools & Equipment
Repair Procedure
1. Remove the bolts and nuts from the forward portion of the subframe.
2. Install the new bolts and nuts and torque to specification.
Torque: 324 N*m(239 ft*lbf)