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Does the skidplate need to come off for oil change on 24 Pro?

Discussion in '4th Gen. Tacomas (2024+)' started by rob4092xx, Jul 28, 2025.

  1. Jul 28, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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    rob4092xx

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    Quick question please....does the OEM skidplate need to be removed to do an oil change on my 2024 Pro? Thanks all!!!
     
  2. Jul 28, 2025 at 8:58 AM
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    Vidman

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  3. Jul 28, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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    Yes. The plate doesn’t have access to the oil filter above it. It’s very easy to drop.
     
  4. Jul 28, 2025 at 9:39 AM
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    They added two keyhole slots so you leave those bolts in when you remove the skid plate. Makes putting it back on easier.

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  5. Jul 28, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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    Thanks everyone!!!!
     
  6. Jul 28, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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    Even myself at 69 years old had no problems doing the oil change..easy peasy
     
  7. Jul 28, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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    Yes. Confirmed that the skid plate is easy on/easy off. Especially with the keyholes
     
  8. Jul 28, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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    Depends on your lift.
     
  9. Jul 28, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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    Yes. Apologies, should have clarified I meant stock config. I can’t speak to others
     
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