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Changing the filter is also a major hassle. Has anybody tried relocating the oil filter with one of those relocation kits? Where did you put it? Any risks to using one of those?
Now as to why I was cruising the site to begin with. Friend has the Tundra Xcab 4wd V-8. On a few occasions after disengaging the 4wd, the 4wd dash light will begin flashing. He's tried engaging, disengaging, etc. to get the light to stay on or off, but to no avail. Usually, after the truck has been turned off and set for a while, the light re-sets. Toyota has already replaced the "actuator switch" but this hasn't cured the the problem. Anyone else experience this?
Getting in and out of 4LO is not quite as easy. There is a sequence you have to follow which is contained in the owner's manual and is also printed on the driver's visor. If you follow these instructions it works every time (at least it has for me).
I believe Toyota's 4WD sensor (that would make the indicator light turn on solid or blink) is located at the hub - not the actuator. Could be that your friends Tundra has a bad sensor at one or both of the hubs or that either of the hubs is not engaging or disengaging properly.
So, what gives? 2.1 quarts, 3.3 quarts or 4+ quarts? And, wonder why the dealer service guys didn't give the same advice? Oh, when he called Toyota - they said he needed to call one of their authorized dealers who would give him the right answer!
Thanks.
The only problem with my Tundra is - it never gave me a problem though it ran 40K mostly hauling miles. No wonder its the best Full size pickup
http://www.jdpa.com/studies_jdpower/pressrelease.asp?StudyID=517&CatID=1
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I did take my truck in for the brake vibration TSB at around 8k miles. They replaced pads, turned rotors and replaced the star adjusters (I think) in the rear brakes. I haven't had any other problems with the truck.
In advance, I thank you for your time and responses.
John (jmeisten2u@clinic.net)
-Eric
1. The driver's side seatbelt assy. makes a "creaking" or "clicking" noise at my left ear during driving, but I can't duplicate the sound when I pull on the belt by hand. Guess I'll have to have the thing replaced?
2. Almost anything placed in the top center console section rattles. Seems like Toyota would have made this area a bit more noise-proof.
3. Seen similar postings, but VERY disappointed in Toyota making ABS so scarcely available on the Tundra. This is standard equip. by almost every other truck manufacturer.
4. The ledge along the driver's window isn't wide enough for me to comfortably rest my lazy arm/elbow when I'm driving with my left hand......and eating with my right.
5. The height of the center console could have been raised (like in the LC) to a height where you could rest your right arm.......heck, how does Toyota expect anyone to sleep while driving this thing!
Don't get me wrong, just little fish here. I've owned numerous Toyotas over the years and over-all, couldn't be happier with the Tundra.....even about to go into 10 years debt on a new Sequoia this week. If someone can't float me a loan, then I'll have to sell-off my first born.
I suggest you see your service advisor ASAP
I've seen other postings at tundrasolutions.com about lack of low end torque so you may want to check there. Hopefully, Toyota is reading this stuff and will offer some solutions going forward if not modifications to exisiting vehicles. I know a superchager for the tundra is in the works, but I don't know how much this is going to improve the first split second of a full throttle start - maybe that's the fix? FYI, I have 15,000 miles and avg. 16.5 MPG overall.
My V6 gets along find and my gas mileage is 17 - 20.
http://www.trailerlife.com/test/0002tundra.cfm
This can't be true can it? Hot diggity dang!!
The Tundra was towing 6500lb during the test - which it did very capably. And no - the Tahoe was not loaded to its max GVR.
Nugget was asking if he could tow 6000 lb. According to this article, it does it very capably and:
"That said, the Toyota pulled as well as any of its Big Three counterparts"
Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER PIECES:TRAILER HITCHES AND ATTACHMENTS
Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Mfg. Campaign #: 01E041000
Year: 2000
Make: TOYOTA TRUCK
Model: TUNDRA
Potential Number of Units Affected: 70717
Manufactured From: To:
Year of Recall: '01
Type of Report: Equipment
Summary:
Equipment Description: Trailer towing wire harness converters which integrates the vehicle's tail lights, brake lights, and turn signal lights with those equipped on the trailer. Manufactured between May 1, 1999, and August 31, 2000, these converters were sold for installation on 1999-2000 Toyota Tundra and Tacoma vehicles. Affected part numbers are: PT207-34000, PT207-34002, PT207-04981, and PT214-04985. In the Tundra vehicles, the circuitry utilized in the converter was inadequate to properly manage vehicle and/or trailer-side voltage spikes. If the converter is exposed to a voltage spike, it may cause an electrical short or open circuit within the converter.
Tacoma vehicles, due to deficient waterproofing and improper installation location of the converter, which is mounted in the lower portion of the tailgate cavity of the vehicle, an electrical short circuit will occur if water enters the converter housing.
An electrical short or open circuit can cause a fault in the converter and a non-operational condition of the trailer lights. A vehicle crash can occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death, if the vehicle is driven without operational trailer lights.
Dealers will notify the customers and install a redesigned trailer towing wire harness converter free of charge. Owner notification is expect to begin August 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Good luck on this one now!!
Good luck on this one, now.
Tom
The fact is the Toyota clearly exceeds the industry average for build quality and reliability, despite the spam you may post.
Good luck on this one now!!
It's a good thing that the Tundra owners will read the recall as to not implement the fix may cause serious injury...similar to your Tacoma.
Anyone have similar problems and maybe a solution?
If these don't fix your rattle, definitely take it to the dealer for warranty repair. This is an unusual problem with a Tundra.
http://www.tundrasolutions.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=6663
http://www.tundrasolutions.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=6219
I heard one this morning. Brand new tundra. It wasnt a cold start knock either the truck had been running.
Tundra. I purchased a LeeR Camper Top. The problem is that when I travel off road, the sides of the tailgate have a
heaping gap in it. This allows a tremendous amount of dust
into the bed. Of course, it is within Toyota's spec and they have been ZERO help. After one trip on a dirt road, the bed was just covered with dust. Thank goodness there was nothing but the black rubber mat I bought from Toyota...which is now completely reddish brown.
I have talked to many people, and they all say, "well, there is
an aftermarket product, but I don't know where to buy it".
I called Pep Boys, and they said just add the weather stripping like the stuff that is inside the cab doors. That should do it. Well, the question I have is two fold:
1. Is there really an aftermarket product that someone knows
where I can purchase it?
2. Has anyone else had this problem, and if so, how did you
resolve it?
Thanks in advance,
brent
Another solution that I know of is to use some preformed pipe insulation. If you cut it in half and glue it to the truck bed your tailgate will seal fairly good. I did this to my old 94 ranger, the one time I took my topper off I found out that the seal could hold about 2.5" of water.
Anyway good luck with your truck and dont have to much fun in the dirt.
Ed
Anyway, I seem to remember something about mountains and engine power. Are the trucks they sell in Colorado different from those sold in Maryland? Is there a reason to wait until we get to Colorado to buy the vehicle?
If not, I'm going to call a buying service this afternoon and get the process going so I can hand him the keys by Friday.
Any advice?
Maybe he is different but me as like with many guys we would like to option out our truck and if you forget one small thing that could be a bad thing
On the altitude question the trucks will be the same whether its in colorado or maryland.
Good luck!!!
Ryan
Maybe I am wierd but I wouldnt want anyone buying me a truck. I like planning it through and stuff i guess.
Ryan
I think emissions control would be one of them. In AZ... dealers claim the batteries are different due to the high temps we get in the summer.
Gave my Tacoma to my brother in NJ and he was told by a 'body' guy that the under carriage protection would be toast through one winter time.
Things I was told and wasnt aware before.
i know my wife would have a hard time with this, because depending on what the truck is being used for, the engine could make or break the usefulness of the truck. not to mention that rear end gear selection and tranny is also important.