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Got 39K and counting, had one head-light lamp go bad, but that was when truck ran over a large gator (tire tread chunk off a Semi-trucks), replaced a dirty air-filter (prolly had to do with dust/dirt  construction sites), and kept to routine oil-changes. Could this truck use a 7 or 8 speed tranny, and go for even better mileage? I get about 18.5 mixed use (no-load), and about 16.5 on some load, and about 12.5 on heavy trailer-pull. Personally prefer a Garmin (a portable GPS) over factory navigation system, for better carrying possibility, and update/upgrade ease. Whats wrong with those squeaky OEM Dunlop tires, may be good for MPG, but may not be ideal for good grip/traction. What tires do you suggest for on-road comfort and minor construction-site (dirt/unpaved) use? Is 2010 model doing any better - mpg, features and/or price ? ch1rrav
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Replying to: ch1rrav (Feb 09, 2009 9:42 pm) Problems: Does not tow my 3500lb travel trailer well, almost like I am dragging it. I checked the camper brakes, it was in tow/haul mode..etc.. everything was done according to the owners manual and my dealership. Shifting problems: When I am stopped in traffic, stop sign..etc then go when it is ok to the truck rev's up like it's in neutral hits 3rd or 4rth gear then a slight bang then the truck takes off? Rumble strip sound at 35mph, vibration to shake the truck until I step on the gas to get to the next gear. What I have done: Gone to my dealership twice with these issues and just because they can't duplicate it, sorry nothing they can do. Went to a dealer one hour away from me they checked diagnostics, transmission fluid, took a drive with a tech. Can't duplicate, sorry nothing they can do. The tech told me when I feel the shutter to shift to standard mode to try and release the torque converter. Ok.. it's happend 5 times since my appointment, and yes changing to standard mode releases the converter. Called them and told them the news. They say thank you for the information, however it seems that my truck has the most current torque converter in so there is no need to change it????? hmm... just because Toyota changed out all the converters a few before my vin number doesn't mean mine isn't defective. New issue: Had my 6month old pregnant wife in the car with my 16 month old sleeping. Stopped at a light, turns green I go... rev's like it's in neutral again, hits 3rd gear or so, huge bang under truck (wakes up sleeping baby), truck takes off to the point where we are thrown back into our seats a bit, then goes. This pretty much scared everyone including myself. I will no longer have anyone but myself in the truck, as I feel it's unsafe. I have written a letter to Toyota in California, which I am sure nothing will come of it. I am disgusted with how this is being handled. I love my truck, but I can't be worried constantly for my families safety (as well as myself and others on the road). If I could pay off what I owe I would and get some other truck, but since I can't I am stuck right now. Any suggestions? thanks a bunch. |
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Replying to: tundraowner4 (Feb 14, 2009 4:19 pm) |
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Slooose is correct. You should bring your truck back to the dealer or at least a dealer you feel you can trust. Your Tundra should tow your camper with no problem. Since your transmission woes appear without the trailer behind you it sounds as though there's something going on inside of the tranny. The new Tundra uses gears vs. bands inside. If it were a tranny with bans I would guess it needs bands. Since the bands are none exsistant then that kills that idea. You should have to switch your tranny into "sequential" mode to have it straighten out. I would if the ECU for the trans. or a sensor has gone bad. The sensors "read" what is going on and relay the information to the truck's ECU. The ECU for the engine and transmission "talk" to one another and adjust themselves accordingly. Perhaps a different Toyota dealer would be willing to plug in their "TIS" lap top into your Tundra while it's being driven and get real time information that's being relayed back and forth from the transmission to the engine. If that's at all possible, seeing as how the information is in computer "code". ie" 100100010011001...ect. I am trying to rack my brain to think if your issue is mechanical as you had mentioned or more electronic causing the banging and surging. Perhaps a dealer would be willing to reset the mapping of your Tundra. Of course, they may not being willing to if they can not duplicate your complaint. Is your truck a 4.7 liter or a 5.7 with the 6 spd.?
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Replying to: 1972ck (Feb 15, 2009 11:09 am)
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Replying to: tundraowner4 (Feb 15, 2009 1:17 pm) I am going to ask a Toyota repair technician I know tomorrow about your Tundra's odd behavior. I just can't understand why it's acting the way it is. I doesn't make any sense. I can't recall whether or not you had mentioned if the 1st dealer checked the transmission fluid level. Both the of the auto. trans that come. in the Tundra do not have a dipstick to check the fluid level. Perhaps yours was not completely filled at the factory? The Tundra uses the "new world" transmission fluid which is supposed to last the lifetime of the truck and is checked at 100k mile service. And is not scheduled to be replaced/flushed unless it's viscosity is incorrect at a certain temperature. My Tundra occasionally bangs while driving normally on level ground at speeds between 30 to 40 mph. It does it went it is coming out of overdrive or into overdrive (6th gear) But is not as violent as what you have described in your posting. |
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Replying to: tundraowner4 (Feb 14, 2009 4:19 pm)
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Replying to: 1972ck (Feb 16, 2009 10:16 am) I want to thank you all for trying to help with my frustration. To answer some of the questions you have posted. The 2nd dealership I went to did check the transmission fluid and said everything seemed fine. As far as the ball mount, when we purchased the trailer the truck and camper was put on a level ground to measure correctly. Everything was measured properly and the camper is level with everything. Another update on the letter and e-mail I sent to the Toyotal Corporation. They basically told me that there was nothing they can do. They said I need to work with my dealership to find the issue. This is just crazy, I have been working with 2 different dealerships and nobody wants to help out. They also told me that my truck which is said in my manual to two 10800 lbs can only tow 8100lbs????? Seems a bit fishy to me. Also, they said that make sure I have the right ball mount, sway control... bars..etc. (Which I do) because that can mess with towing capacity. They wanted my vin number and all my information which I feel they don't need. They said they filed the report with what ever they do. I honestly just don't know what to do anymore. I just test drove a tundra with everything mine has, and guess what no shutter, rev'ing around corners, banging... etc. Of course I don't know about towing since it was a test drive, but it was totally different. I guess my only option now is to pay off what I can and purchase another truck. I can only hope that I can get some money back from that 5 year warranty I bought... not sure about that, but I am just stuck.....
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Replying to: tundraowner4 (Feb 18, 2009 5:30 pm) The difference in tow rating is if your Tundra came with the factory tow pkg. or if the hitch was added by the originating dealership or at a 3rd party camper dealership. The factory tow package increases the tow rating of the Tundra. If your truck is a Double Cab 4x4 5.7 liter it maximum tow rating is 10,300lb.s with the factory tow pkg., the reg. cab 5.7 liter 4x2 has the 10,800 lb. tow rating when equipped with the factory two package. If the truck was equipped with a receiver hitch and wiring after production at the factory then the tow rating is less. I hope that your Tundra will decide to act up when it's brought to a dealership so they "verify" your complaint. Once a dealer has verified that what your telling them is truthful they can then act with full cooperation from Toyota. Good luck. 
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| Paying off your truck and all that stuff you mentioned is stupid. I'm not saying you are stupid but what you suggested is not the answer. I still stick by my original suggestion------put the trailer on the truck and take it to the dealer and have them go for a ride with you with the trailer on-----if that doesn't work find the Toyota rep and make him do the same thing. If neither one of these work find an attorney (yes I hate to admit it and it might cost you a few bucks for him/her to write a letter) and you'll be surprised at how fast the dealers and the reps start listening to you. (I had to do this once with another car I had a long time ago). There is absolutely no reason for you to be holding the bag on this. If the damn truck doesn't work make them fix it and fix it right. DON"T GIVE UP ---- | |
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