TSB011219

T-SB-0112-19
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Clutch Pedal Squeak/Creak Noise
Service
Category
Drivetrain
Section
Clutch
Market USA
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
2005 - 2023
Tacoma
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REVISION NOTICE
August 16, 2023 Rev1:
 Applicability has been updated to include 2020 – 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles.
Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded.
SUPERSESSION NOTICE
The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0186-12.
 Applicability has been updated to include 2018 and 2019 model year Tacoma vehicles.
 The entire bulletin has been updated.
Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0186-12 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded.
Introduction
Some 2005 – 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may
exhibit a squeak or creak noise from the clutch pedal when it is depressed or released. Follow the
Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
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Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
OFP
T1
T2
TC1400
R & R Clutch Pedal Sub-assembly,
Clutch Master Cylinder Assembly, and
Clutch Reservoir Hose
1.2
31311-#####*
91
14
*Warranty claim MUST be submitted with the correct 10-digit OFP. Choose the correct OFP for the vehicle being repaired
by searching for the parts in the Electronic Parts Catalog using the VIN filter.
APPLICABLE WARRANTY
 This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic 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.
Parts Information
PART NUMBER
PART NAME
QTY
31420-60033
Clutch Master Cylinder Assembly
1
31311-04010
31311-04011
31311-04012
31311-04020
31311-04021
Clutch Pedal Sub-assembly
1
31434-04010
31434-60010
Clutch Reservoir Hose
1
90389-06055
Clutch Pedal Sub-assembly Bushing
1
55105-04020
Clutch Pedal Bracket
As Needed
PREVIOUS
NEW
31420-04010
31420-04011
31420-04020
31420-60031
31420-60032
NOTICE
Previous part numbers are NOT compatible with the NEW clutch pedal assembly. Ensure ALL
NEW part numbers are utilized when performing the repair in this bulletin.
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Required Tools & Equipment
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS (SST)
PART NUMBER
QTY
Union Nut Wrench 10 mm
09023-00101
1
REQUIRED TOOLS & MATERIAL
PART NUMBER
QTY
Body Grease W
08887-02007
1
MP (Multi-Purpose) Grease
–
As Needed
Brake Fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
–
As Needed
NOTE
Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling 1-800-933-8335.
Repair Procedure
1. Confirm the condition.
Is there a squeak or creak noise from the clutch pedal when it is depressed or released?

YES — Continue to step 2.

NO — This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable
Repair Manual.
NOTE
Make sure the noise is coming from the clutch pedal and NOT from other components related to the
clutch system.
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Repair Procedure (continued)
2. Replace the clutch pedal sub-assembly, clutch master cylinder assembly, and the clutch master
cylinder hose.
NOTE
 Apply body grease W where the clutch master cylinder clevis and clutch pedal meet (see callout 1).
 Apply MP grease to the shaft collar and turnover spring contact surfaces as shown in the Repair
Manual (see callouts 2 – 6).
Refer to TIS, applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

2005 Tacoma:
Drivetrain – Clutch – “Clutch Pedal Sub-Assy: Replacement”

2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015 / 2016 – 2023 Tacoma:
Drivetrain – Clutch – “Clutch: Clutch Pedal: Removal”

2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015 / 2016 – 2023 Tacoma:
Drivetrain – Clutch – “Clutch: Clutch Pedal: Installation”
Figure 1.
1
3
2
6
4
5
6
1
Apply Body Grease W Where the Clutch Master
Cylinder and Clutch Pedal Meet
5
Install Bushing on Clutch Pedal Sub-assembly
Compression Spring Insert
2
Apply MP Grease to Clutch Pedal Shaft Collar
6
Apply MP Grease to Clutch Pedal
Sub-assembly and Compression Spring
3
Apply MP Grease to the Two Bushings
4
Apply MP Grease to Clutch Pedal Spring Holder
and Clutch Pedal Support
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Repair Procedure (continued)
3. Inspect the clutch pedal bracket assembly for
ANY deformations. Replace the clutch pedal
bracket if necessary.
Figure 2. Deformed Clutch Pedal
Bracket Assembly
4. Adjust the pedal height, free play, and
release point.
Refer to TIS, applicable model and model
year Repair Manual.


2 3
2005 / 2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 /
2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015
Tacoma:
Drivetrain – Clutch – “Clutch: Clutch
Pedal: On-Vehicle Inspection”
1
2016 – 2023 Tacoma:
“Clutch: Clutch Pedal: Adjustment”
NOTICE
Ensure proper adjustment of the clutch
pedal; if NOT done correctly, then the
noise could occur even with new parts.
1
Deformation Area
2
Normal Position
3
Position After Deformation
5. Test-drive the vehicle to confirm the condition no longer exists.
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