2.5 D-4D with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 118 HP engine (2007.12–)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications
8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle leaf spring front
2.5 D-4D with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 118 HP engine (2007.12–)
92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m
All other modifications
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Used new screws and nuts. Re-tighten.
Rear axle leaf spring rear
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear axle shock absorber
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Rear axle strap
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
With plugged-in drive shaft
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Wheel hub wheel bearing
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreWheel attachment
expand_more2.5 D-4D with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 118 HP engine (2007.12–)
Aluminium rims
89.25 lbf⋅ft89.25 lbf⋅ft121 N⋅m
Steel rims
112.11 lbf⋅ft112.11 lbf⋅ft152 N⋅m
All other modifications
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Toyota HiLux Pickup user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Toyota warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Toyota HiLux Pickup service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2008 Toyota HiLux Pickup you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2008 Toyota HiLux Pickup generations
In 2008 Toyota offered 2 generations of the HiLux Pickup. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.