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When did Toyota remove the little wallet cubby on the left side of the steering wheel?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Samuel, Nov 24, 2021.

  1. Nov 24, 2021 at 7:44 AM
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    Samuel

    Samuel [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Nothing major yet.
    My 2022 doesn’t have the little “wallet cubby” (the little hole to the left of the steering wheel) my 2019 had.

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  2. Nov 24, 2021 at 7:48 AM
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    HVLA

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    My 2020 doesnt have it. I would love that.
     
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  3. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:03 AM
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    5nahalf

    5nahalf I build dumb things

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    2020 I think it was removed. You can get it though and put it in if your willing to lose 1 of your switches on that side (im looking at you auto high beams)

    You can just tuck the extra switch behind the dash and install the 2018-2019 model one. You need to make sure you get the 18-19 one as the 16-17 one has the rear window switch on it.
     
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  4. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:04 AM
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    It was a useless area for me personally, wouldn't even fit my wallet. I put a (3) switch panel in it for actual use.
     
  5. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:05 AM
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    Speedfreak

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    Cool.. I can order up a newer panel from Toyota and get rid of that picket for more switches. That seems more useful to me. I never use the pocket.
     
  6. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:05 AM
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    Mine has dairy queen gift cards in it... I think thats the only thing I have ever used it for.
     
  7. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:07 AM
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    :rofl:

    I do love me a steak finger basket every now and then though
     
  8. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:21 AM
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    oconnor

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    Rather have more switch-space myself.
     
  9. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:23 AM
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    I keep the key to the gate for where we go shooting at in that cubby.

    Toyota has done a lot to make me not want a new truck.
     
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  10. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:28 AM
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    Where did they move the back window switch?
     
  11. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:29 AM
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    Early models had is on the left side switch panel, later models had it in the center switch area
     
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    Mine holds my change holder. Works perfectly.
     
  13. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:33 AM
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    My 2015 has it on the right side, it's perfect for a wallet on a long drive. Around town its full of change and a tape measure.
     
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  14. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:44 AM
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    2016 model cubby hole is a perfect holding spot for a garage door opener.
     
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    My wallet goes between hand brake and cup holder.
     
  16. Nov 24, 2021 at 9:09 AM
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    Anyone try getting out of the truck with the little cubby door open? Had it happen to me twice. The little door didn't latch well a couple of times. Some of the worst pain I've ever felt. The corner of that little door into the side of my knee.
     
  17. Nov 24, 2021 at 9:15 AM
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    Good. Was a wasted spot anyway. Now...did they ever install a driver's side grab handle?
     
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  18. Nov 24, 2021 at 9:17 AM
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    My 2018 had one but I removed it and put switches in there..
     
  19. Nov 24, 2021 at 9:21 AM
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    Dunkin' Donuts and Chipotle in mine :rofl:
     
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    Mine has a punch card for the local Oriental Massage parlor. Get all 10 punches and the next happy endings on the house! :D

    Holding it for a friend of course.
     

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