1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: Question Regarding Entune Wiring Harness Adapter Differential and transfer case Ravenol fluid Dealer installed Tonneau cover did not give the bed rails Possible to get MTM installed aftermarket? Need help installing Anytime Camera Interior/Window Rattles and Anti-Vibration Tape

How to remove this insert?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Atom058, Jul 2, 2017.

  1. Jul 2, 2017 at 4:41 PM
    #1
    Atom058

    #1
    Atom058 [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Jul 2, 2017
    Member:
    #222948
    Messages:
    6
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 Tacoma Sport
    Hello - I have a 2016 Sport and would like to remove this entire insert:

    Does it just pry out or is there some magic trick? Thanks!
     
    Atom058, Jul 2, 2017
    #1
  2. Jul 2, 2017 at 4:47 PM
    #2
    blackrifle76

    #2
    blackrifle76 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 1, 2016
    Member:
    #191022
    Messages:
    546
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    nick
    Louisiana
    Vehicle:
    white 2017 trd sport 4x4 dclb, white 2016 mustang ecoBOSS
    Yep just prys out, start at yke top and work your way around
     
    blackrifle76, Jul 2, 2017
    #2
  3. Jul 2, 2017 at 4:50 PM
    #3
    Atom058

    #3
    Atom058 [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Jul 2, 2017
    Member:
    #222948
    Messages:
    6
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 Tacoma Sport
    Thanks! It looks like it is in there pretty tight - any special tool that you would recommend? Again, don't want to booger up my new truck!
     
    Atom058, Jul 2, 2017
    #3
  4. Jul 2, 2017 at 4:52 PM
    #4
    Midnighttaco08

    #4
    Midnighttaco08 Traffic Direction Moonlighter

    Joined:
    Dec 7, 2013
    Member:
    #118089
    Messages:
    2,471
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Sam
    Gilbert, AZ
    Vehicle:
    08 DCSB Indigo Ink TRDOR 2017 CM Tundra TRD OR 4x4
    Some Bubble Gum and Duct-Tape IG** Midnighttaco03 Camburg uni-ball UCA w/ CO Rear Dakar with Fox 2.0 bottom overload removed GG G3D radius bar 50" roof mount GG G3 straight 32" front valence Rago fab bed clamp pod mounts 2 GG amber pod rear OTRATTW custom switch panel in sunglass holder K&N cold air Gibson exhaust Alpine INA-W900 head Mr. Marv box and amp rack IDQ-10 - Interfire Mono Focal fx45 component front Alpine type S Co-ax rear Homer taco TRD Grill GG LED low/high beam TRD seat covers OEM bed mat Weathertech floor mats with replacement TRD-OR decals Weathertech in-channel vents GG Flush mount pod replament fog light kit GG green ditch mount 3x2 pods Fog lights anytime Tailgate hoseclamp mod LED dome light LED map lights LED reverse lights LED license lights Rear window decals: Mall rated, Tacomaworld.com, U-Haul power tow, soundtech, mammoth.
    Last edited: Jul 2, 2017
    Midnighttaco08, Jul 2, 2017
    #4
  5. Jul 2, 2017 at 4:54 PM
    #5
    blackrifle76

    #5
    blackrifle76 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 1, 2016
    Member:
    #191022
    Messages:
    546
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    nick
    Louisiana
    Vehicle:
    white 2017 trd sport 4x4 dclb, white 2016 mustang ecoBOSS
    I have a cheap set of plastic dash removal tools that I used, don't know if a screwdriver would scratch the dash. Probably would, lots of people here say the dash scratches very easily
     
    blackrifle76, Jul 2, 2017
    #5
    Midnighttaco08 likes this.
  6. Jul 2, 2017 at 4:58 PM
    #6
    Atom058

    #6
    Atom058 [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Jul 2, 2017
    Member:
    #222948
    Messages:
    6
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 Tacoma Sport
    Thank you both! I will be ordering those tools from Home Depot tonight! I will post again with my progress!
     
    Atom058, Jul 2, 2017
    #6
  7. Jul 2, 2017 at 5:07 PM
    #7
    boynoyce

    #7
    boynoyce .

    Joined:
    Feb 23, 2016
    Member:
    #179183
    Messages:
    6,267
    Vehicle:
    16SR5AC4X4V6QS
    boynoyce, Jul 2, 2017
    #7
    tomwil and Midnighttaco08 like this.
  8. Jul 2, 2017 at 5:13 PM
    #8
    Atom058

    #8
    Atom058 [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Jul 2, 2017
    Member:
    #222948
    Messages:
    6
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 Tacoma Sport
    Thanks, Boynoyce - Already ordered from HD... Same price, but Amazon could have gotten it to me a little quicker... That's what I get for jumping the gun!
     
    Atom058, Jul 2, 2017
    #8
  9. Jul 2, 2017 at 5:55 PM
    #9
    TWTaco

    #9
    TWTaco Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Dec 19, 2015
    Member:
    #172601
    Messages:
    5,723
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Dave
    You can also just remove the 4 dash bolts and pop that whole dash section out and you can remove the 2 screws holding the cubby in. Way easier then trying to pull that small section out and you wont break anything. Then you can access anything in that whole dash section!
     
    TWTaco, Jul 2, 2017
    #9
    denver6, TRDSport10 and ancient11 like this.
  10. Jul 2, 2017 at 6:00 PM
    #10
    TWTaco

    #10
    TWTaco Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Dec 19, 2015
    Member:
    #172601
    Messages:
    5,723
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Dave
    TWTaco, Jul 2, 2017
    #10
    Doomsday likes this.
  11. Jul 2, 2017 at 6:25 PM
    #11
    Atom058

    #11
    Atom058 [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Jul 2, 2017
    Member:
    #222948
    Messages:
    6
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 Tacoma Sport
    Dave - Thanks for your input - Where are the 4 dash bolts?
     
    Atom058, Jul 2, 2017
    #11
  12. Jul 2, 2017 at 6:43 PM
    #12
    TWTaco

    #12
    TWTaco Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Dec 19, 2015
    Member:
    #172601
    Messages:
    5,723
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Dave
    Now that i think about it there are only 3. Look on the bottom edge of the dash you can see two of them, the other one you take the kick panel off and its inside of the kick panel. Then just pull out on the dash there are a bunch of pull clips dont worry they wont break!
     
    TWTaco, Jul 2, 2017
    #12
  13. Jul 2, 2017 at 7:00 PM
    #13
    erok81

    #13
    erok81 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Aug 15, 2016
    Member:
    #194699
    Messages:
    5,713
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    Imposter
    That's what I did. Way easier. I never managed to pull it out without doing that.
     
    erok81, Jul 2, 2017
    #13
  14. Jul 2, 2017 at 11:01 PM
    #14
    sagexp

    #14
    sagexp Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Feb 6, 2017
    Member:
    #209799
    Messages:
    511
    Gender:
    Male
    Back home, AZ
    Vehicle:
    2002 Tacoma DC 4X4 2017 Tacoma DC 4X4
    I've popped mine out with just putting my fingers in the cubby, backs of hands together, applying firm pressure to the sides, and giving a little yank. It's a little stubborn, but it pops out.
     
    sagexp, Jul 2, 2017
    #14
  15. Jul 3, 2017 at 11:59 AM
    #15
    boynoyce

    #15
    boynoyce .

    Joined:
    Feb 23, 2016
    Member:
    #179183
    Messages:
    6,267
    Vehicle:
    16SR5AC4X4V6QS
    Just removed mine to install a scanguage- popped right out (SR5, no electronics)
    IMG_20170703_144300.jpg
     
    boynoyce, Jul 3, 2017
    #15
  16. Jul 14, 2017 at 5:22 PM
    #16
    Atom058

    #16
    Atom058 [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Jul 2, 2017
    Member:
    #222948
    Messages:
    6
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 Tacoma Sport
    Hello All - Finally got my tools that I ordered from Home Depot (Capri Tools) and it took me about 2 minutes to pry out the entire insert - Piece of cake! Just take it slow and pry from several points and it popped right out - no damage!. Thank you everyone for your input! Now on to my weekend project... I will be installing a dimmer for my 2 light bars with a small on/off switch and a little blue power LED. Thanks again! Jeff
     
    Atom058, Jul 14, 2017
    #16

Products Discussed in

Capri Tools 21076 Auto Trim, Upholstery Panel Removal Set, Nylon, Blue, 6-Piece
$13.48
To Top