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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by REDdawn6, Aug 4, 2019.

  1. Aug 4, 2019 at 12:08 PM
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    REDdawn6

    REDdawn6 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hwy guys. I just changed spark plugs, PCV, and cleaned the throttle body. I replaced the TB gasket. I sprayed the MAF with MAF cleaner. Put back together. after i started it up , it has a Check engine light and the yellow swervy lined box under light as well. any ideas?
     
  2. Aug 4, 2019 at 12:12 PM
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    Missed a vacuum line?
     
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  4. Aug 4, 2019 at 12:17 PM
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    I am going to double check
     
  5. Aug 4, 2019 at 3:27 PM
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    check the codes! My guess is its a p0420. A damaged MAF can throw that code. It will illuminate both the check engine and the traction control (car on springs) light
     
  6. Aug 4, 2019 at 3:37 PM
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    Did you plug the MAF plug back in?
     
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  7. Aug 5, 2019 at 9:23 AM
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    Hahaha... The MAF was not fully seated. Unplugged the battery, its all good now!
     
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  8. Aug 5, 2019 at 10:03 AM
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    :thumbsup:
     
  9. Aug 5, 2019 at 10:06 AM
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    Always nice when it is a easy fix.
     
  10. Aug 5, 2019 at 10:30 AM
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    When you figure out and fix something doesn’t it make you feel like an expert.
     

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