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Discussion in 'New Members' started by Brunhean, Jul 28, 2018.

  1. Jul 28, 2018 at 1:12 PM
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    Brunhean

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    So I finally bought a truck. I have always wanted a truck but I never could afford one so I decided to save money for many many years and bought me a 2018 Tacoma TRD Off Road Double Cab w a 6ft bed. I'm in love with the truck not to mention this is the first time I have ever owned a brand new vehicle.

    So with my ignorance of just not knowing.....when should I get the first oil change? I've seen 5k or 10k? Worth going to the dealer? Is it easy to do yourself?

    Thanks
     
    Brunhean, Jul 28, 2018
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  2. Jul 28, 2018 at 1:18 PM
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    Hobbs

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    Hobbs Anti-Lander from way back…

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    Yep…
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    As with any new vehicle, you should read the owner's manual to acquaint yourself with the vehicle and maintenance schedule.

    And welcome to The Forum! :thumbsup:
     
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  3. Jul 28, 2018 at 1:19 PM
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    Welcome. Did yours not come with complimentary service until 25,000? Toyota doesn’t change it out until 10,000, which is what I follow by. Some on here have different opinions about that though
     
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  4. Jul 28, 2018 at 1:22 PM
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    Let the dealer do the first 2 oils changes at 10k and 20k. Welcome to the forum.... you can do plenty of reading and research on how to do it yourself in that time. Welcome to TW! :wave:
     
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  5. Jul 28, 2018 at 1:26 PM
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    Brunhean

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    Yes I have been over the owners manual but I was asking about opinions hence the reason for the forum post. And I did not get complimentary service and even if I did I would not be using it because of the 2.5 hour drive to the DC area where I bought it from.
     
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  6. Jul 28, 2018 at 2:00 PM
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    Welcome to TW and congrats on your purchase!
     
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  7. Jul 28, 2018 at 3:42 PM
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    Any Toyota dealer can perform the service, it doesn’t have to be who you bought it from. Also, it comes with the complimentary service regardless if you bought it new.

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  8. Jul 28, 2018 at 4:48 PM
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    Welcome!
     
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  9. Jul 28, 2018 at 5:18 PM
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  10. Jul 28, 2018 at 8:02 PM
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    :wave:
    And what @JaCado posted above^!:thumbsup:
     
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  11. Jul 29, 2018 at 7:00 AM
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