DIY Questions

sodak · 11-28-2007, 08:19 AM

New member sodak here, longtime Toyota owner. I have about 6000 miles on my new 2008 Tacoma Access Cab I4, and really like it so far. I had to say farewell to my trusty 1988 pickup after a crash bent the frame, had over 280,000 miles on the 2.4 and loved it.

I must say, the 2.7 is impressive, and the truck is nice and quiet. I do my own maintenance, and was wondering if there are any other good on-line sources of maintenance and/or TSB/recall information besides this fine forum. It appears I'll probably need to get an OBD2 reader, and am going to try some other mods.

One gripe I do have is that I can't use the key fob to lock the truck while I'm warming it up. I might look into the electronics to see if I can't change that.

007Tacoma · 11-28-2007, 08:29 AM

Welcome to TW!

You may want to look into an AC block heater. That would allow you to warm the engine without wasting fuel. Although it won't work in a parking lot without a bunch of extension cord.

I would think that you could lock the door, close it, and use the fob to get back in - just a thought. I haven't had to do this yet.

TSB/Recall info is spotty for now, but I am working to get that changed. Stay tuned...

surfsupl · 01-11-2008, 02:28 PM

WOW!!!..............6000 on a 2008 already?...Must do quite a bit of traveling?.....Or you are like me and find anyexcuse to drive your truck because you cannot get enough of it!

Soul · 01-11-2008, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by sodak

New member sodak here, longtime Toyota owner. I have about 6000 miles on my new 2008 Tacoma Access Cab I4, and really like it so far. I had to say farewell to my trusty 1988 pickup after a crash bent the frame, had over 280,000 miles on the 2.4 and loved it.

I must say, the 2.7 is impressive, and the truck is nice and quiet. I do my own maintenance, and was wondering if there are any other good on-line sources of maintenance and/or TSB/recall information besides this fine forum. It appears I'll probably need to get an OBD2 reader, and am going to try some other mods.

One gripe I do have is that I can't use the key fob to lock the truck while I'm warming it up. I might look into the electronics to see if I can't change that.

It's that a prerunnner =D?

Janster · 01-11-2008, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sodak

I must say, the 2.7 is impressive, and the truck is nice and quiet. I do my own maintenance, and was wondering if there are any other good on-line sources of maintenance and/or TSB/recall information besides this fine forum. It appears I'll probably need to get an OBD2 reader, and am going to try some other mods.

One gripe I do have is that I can't use the key fob to lock the truck while I'm warming it up. I might look into the electronics to see if I can't change that.

Welcome!!

Visit some of the other forums for more tech info... (dare I mention)
http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/f22
http://www.ttora.com/forum/
That's what I do to look for more tech info.

OBD2 reader - just buy a Scangauge II. You can get one for $149
http://www.scangauge.com/

You can't lock the truck while the key is in the ignition. While the truck is running - you'll have to use the key on the outside of the door to lock the truck. Do some research on the Toyota alarms & remote start systems. These seem to be a better option plus added security.
A guy on one of the other forums got his truck stolen simply by letting it run in his driveway LOCKED (they broke the window and drove away).

concrete jedi · 01-11-2008, 05:38 PM

Welcome to TW, sorry to hear of your old truck, I also hope you were O.K. ? It's hard giving up your old friend, I was kind of bumming myself when I had to. I do not know about the lock/warm up issue, I live in a place so F-ing cold, I have to warm my truck up too, never thought that someone would steal my truck, hmm, will have to look into that !

11-28-2007, 08:19 AM	#1
sodak Junior Member Joined: Nov 2007, #3635 Posts: 10 2008 Tacoma 2008 Access Cab Manual	DIY Questions New member sodak here, longtime Toyota owner. I have about 6000 miles on my new 2008 Tacoma Access Cab I4, and really like it so far. I had to say farewell to my trusty 1988 pickup after a crash bent the frame, had over 280,000 miles on the 2.4 and loved it. I must say, the 2.7 is impressive, and the truck is nice and quiet. I do my own maintenance, and was wondering if there are any other good on-line sources of maintenance and/or TSB/recall information besides this fine forum. It appears I'll probably need to get an OBD2 reader, and am going to try some other mods. One gripe I do have is that I can't use the key fob to lock the truck while I'm warming it up. I might look into the electronics to see if I can't change that.

11-28-2007, 08:29 AM	#2
007Tacoma I dub thee malicious! Name: Mark the poo flinger Joined: Jan 2007, #643 Location: San Antonio, TX Age: 28 Gender: Guy Posts: 7,155 08 PreRunner SR5 DoubleCab LongBed BSP 2008 Double Cab Automatic 1GR-FE 4.0L V6 TacomaWorld.com Sticker, URD True Cold Air Intake, Debadged, Blackened Headlight Mod, 30% Window Tint, Access LE Tonneau, Bed Mat, +6 D-Rings, LED Bed lighting w/ dual switches, OEM Daytime Running Lights + On/Off Switch, Fogs-On-Anytime Mod, Alternating Turn-Signal Mod, Canvas Seat Covers, Pioneer Stereo AVIC-F700BT (hacked OS3.0), Phoenix Gold 500W Amp, Phoenix Gold 6.5" Components, Pioneer 10" Subwoofer, MRMARV built Sub Enclosure, RAAMAudio RAAMmat Sound Deadening, iPod Connection, PAC steering wheel remote, BOYO VTL400 Rear Camera, Homemade Bike Rack (3 bikes), Firestone Destination ATs 265/75R16, TRD Suspension Upgrade, and a Sportz Truck Tent III for camping.	Welcome to TW! You may want to look into an AC block heater. That would allow you to warm the engine without wasting fuel. Although it won't work in a parking lot without a bunch of extension cord. I would think that you could lock the door, close it, and use the fob to get back in - just a thought. I haven't had to do this yet. TSB/Recall info is spotty for now, but I am working to get that changed. Stay tuned... __________________ San Antonio October 2009 Wrench Meet... Upcoming TacomaWorld.com TEXAS Region: Texas Offroading Meet, November 20-22, ~~Barnwell Mountain~~ er... Hidden Falls

01-11-2008, 02:28 PM	#3
surfsupl Senior Member Joined: Jan 2008, #4161 Location: USA Gender: Male Posts: 2,313	Wow! WOW!!!..............6000 on a 2008 already?...Must do quite a bit of traveling?.....Or you are like me and find anyexcuse to drive your truck because you cannot get enough of it!

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01-11-2008, 05:38 PM	#6
concrete jedi Senior Member Joined: Oct 2007, #3142 Location: Rochester N.Y Age: 44 Posts: 2,755 06 Tacoma 4 door indigo blue 2006 Double Cab Manual V-6 4.0 liter Broken and scratched tailgate, cracked rear tail light lens, coffee stain in driver seat.	Welcome to TW, sorry to hear of your old truck, I also hope you were O.K. ? It's hard giving up your old friend, I was kind of bumming myself when I had to. I do not know about the lock/warm up issue, I live in a place so F-ing cold, I have to warm my truck up too, never thought that someone would steal my truck, hmm, will have to look into that !