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#76 of 322 95 Tacoma Manual 5-spd Issue by Bredren Feb 01, 2009 (10:47 pm)
My 1995 Tacoma has 122,000 miles. About 8 weeks ago, I began having trouble with first gear. Basically, when I was starting out from a stopped position (like a stop sign), first gear would slip out of gear and the truck would make a loud noise while jerking once violently. This occurred about once a week for 3 weeks. In the 4th week this problem began to occur very frequently and happened at every other stop sign.                This first gear problem stopped when I decided to hold first gear in gear with my hand while driving. In other words, first gear was fine as long as I applied pressure to the gear stick while it was in gear. In the 5th week, third gear began acting up. Basically, when shifting to third, the gearbox would grind loudly and kick the gear stick out of gear. It felt as if the gear box was refusing to accept third gear. The following week (week 6) first gear was fine but I could not shift into third gear. The gear box refused to accept third gear. In response, I bypassed third gear for 2 weeks and shifted from second gear to fourth gear without any problems. At this point all of my gears were working fine except for third gear. In week 8 (which was 3 days ago) while carrying a heavy load in my truck bed, I decided to try out third gear once again. This time third gear worked fine.    I have been using third gear for 3 days now and it feels fine except for one thing: it still does not feel like it is completely locking into gear. In other words, it feels a little spongy. Currently, I am driving my Tacoma with all 5 gears plus reverse. They are all working fine for now, but I am puzzled about this gear box issue.   Any help would be greatly appreciated Replies to this message: terryl1 (Mar 08, 2009 1:44 pm)
#77 of 322 Re: 07 Tacoma Transmission Issue [Cwasp] by Colt4596 Feb 04, 2009 (1:43 pm)
Replying to: Cwasp (Jan 28, 2009 2:58 pm) I have exactly the same problem on my 06. It feels like a driveline wrap but I feel that it is far too exaggerated for my liking. I have an appt. with a transmission shop tomorrow and hope to find out more about the problem. It seems that when I baby it along the symptoms are more pronounced... You? I'll let you know what I find out.
#78 of 322 Re: 07 Tacoma Transmission Issue [Cwasp] by ljtrucknut Feb 07, 2009 (11:25 pm)
Replying to: Cwasp (Jan 28, 2009 2:58 pm) Dear Tacoma owner - I have this exact problem on my 2005 prerunner V-6 crew cab. 4 visits to 3 dealers and they aknowledge the problem, but say there is no fix. Now out of warranty. Getting worse with time - now at 90K. Still looking for a solution. Hopefully someone will have an answer.
#79 of 322 Depress Clutch Pedal to the Floor for Engine to Start by manscars Feb 05, 2009 (3:59 am)
#80 of 322 Depress Clutch Pedal to the Floor for Engine to Start by manscars Feb 05, 2009 (3:59 am)
Over time, I have to press the clutch pedal to the floor for the engine to start. It's not the clutch, the clutch is working fine once the engine's running. There has to be a safety switch - Where is this switch? and is it adjustable?   ManN Replies to this message: 95runner (Oct 26, 2009 2:37 pm)
#81 of 322 Re: 2009 tacoma tranny slipping [vtx] by tacomashane Feb 16, 2009 (9:33 am)
Replying to: vtx (Jan 05, 2009 6:00 am) I just bought a 2009 Tacoma double cab, 4x2 and this morning the transmission slipped twice on me while slowing down and turning on to another street. The slip occurred as I let off the gas. I have also noticed the RPM guage jumping up and down when slowing down to 30 mph and less. When this is happening, it feels like the transmission is kinda stuck. Another thing I have noticed is that when I come to a stop, after about 5-10 seconds, it feels like my truck makes a slight movement forward, like someone just nudged me from behind. I have found other blogs where people are saying this is related to the A/C coming on and off.   What kind of response did you get from Toyota to your slipping transmission?
#82 of 322 Re: 07 Tacoma Transmission Issue [Cwasp] by dbys Feb 25, 2009 (2:40 pm)
Replying to: Cwasp (Jan 28, 2009 2:58 pm) Mine is kinda doing that too. I have a 2006 and it clunks when i've been at a stop sign or light with the break on. They told me it was the drive shaft , too much pressure on it - and they couldn't do anything about it. I would have to call the 800 number and put fire under them. ( they said they wouldn't probably do anything anyway.)   I also am experiencing some whistiling too. they said that was the seal around the windshield needing to be fixed. other tacoma's are having same problem...
#83 of 322 Re: 2009 tacoma tranny slipping [vtx] by eamason1 Feb 28, 2009 (12:50 pm)
Replying to: vtx (Jan 05, 2009 6:00 am) I have a 2009 tacoma automatic. It slips in either first and second the rpms go up and mph go no where.This happens when I am going about 30 down to about 10, and I try to move on, but it slips. The computer does not know what to do. This is what the dealer tell me. I have had it to the dealer 2 times, and the told me that nothing is wrong. The tech rode with me and told there is a flaw in the computer. This is normal for this truck. He also told me when I get a oil change have them check to see if there is a update on the computer and it might fix the problem. I have call toyota and they told me there is nothing that I can do within the toyota company. So I have a new truck with a trans that does not work right. I need to go to the next step Replies to this message: gjlax (Mar 01, 2009 4:46 pm) 09taco (Mar 31, 2009 7:43 am) tacoma1958 (Mar 31, 2009 7:46 am) 09taco (Apr 02, 2009 5:35 pm)
#84 of 322 Re: 2009 tacoma tranny slipping [eamason1] by gjlax Mar 01, 2009 (4:46 pm)
Replying to: eamason1 (Feb 28, 2009 12:50 pm) I just bought a 2009 Tacoma V6 and I am experiencing the same problem with my automatic transmission slipping. When I turn the corner at about 20 mph I hit the accelerator and the engine revs to about 3200 rpm and I feel no power or acceleration. I took it to the dealership and the mechanic said that the system will improve as it learns my driving habits. I will continue to drive and see what happens but I am not happy with this situation!
#85 of 322 2009 tacoma tranny slipping by tacomashane Mar 02, 2009 (5:17 am)
I took my truck to Toyota and they checked my transmission during a "cold start" and they said the electronics tested ok. I posted a message at http://www.tacomaterritory.com/forum/showthread.php?t=124719 and this is one response I received:   "As for the slipping you mention... I doubt it. The transmission in this truck is controlled by the computer. It doesn't have vacuum modulators or governors like the old school stuff you are used to. What happens is that you tell the computer what you want, and it tries to figure out the best way to do it. It does this by keeping a record of what you have done in the past, and what turned out to be the best response to your input.   The computer in this truck controls throttle opening, fuel delivery, spark advance, cam timing, gear position, and just about every thing else that makes the truck go.   If you are not smooth and predictable with your input to the computer, you can confuse it. it's trying to keep up with your requests, but it has to change it's response because you changed your input.   Try being smooth with the gas pedal (It's not a gas pedal, it's only hooked to the computer) and let the computer learn your habits. it will get better about responding to your driving style quickly.   Yes, the truck downshifts when you are slowing down, and yes you can feel it. Sorry your nissan didn't do that, but the old school nissan tranny's faults don't mean the Toyota has a problem. After a while you and the truck will get used to each other and things will be fine.   That "Fly by wire" system in your Tacoma is an amazing thing. When you get the hang of operating it, you will love it."   I am saving every documented instance of this to a folder, in case I need to show proof to Toyota some day that other are having the same problem. Replies to this message: tacoma1958 (Mar 19, 2009 6:08 am) gjlax (Mar 21, 2009 4:22 am) tacoma1958 (Mar 23, 2009 2:47 pm) and 17 more... 09taco (Apr 02, 2009 6:25 pm) blueridge (Apr 03, 2009 6:57 pm) 09taco (Apr 07, 2009 6:37 pm)

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