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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Erica, Jun 8, 2020.

  1. Jun 8, 2020 at 6:49 AM
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    Hi - I have a 2011 Toyota Tacoma with 195,000 miles. The horn is not working. It's not a fuse and it's not a relay. I know I need a new clock spring. I looked in the book and it says I need a Dormans Air Bag Clock Spring 525-401. Q: Do I need to buy that brand? How do I know which to buy?
     
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  3. Jun 8, 2020 at 7:03 AM
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    Thank you for sharing this! It doesn't look too difficult. I just don't which one to buy.
     
  4. Jun 8, 2020 at 7:11 AM
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    I'm digging around trying to find an answer and I can't figure it out either. This is way too difficult. I think you want the 525-405 but I'm trying to find a definitive answer.
     
  5. Jun 8, 2020 at 7:34 AM
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    Thank you for your help! The one I found is about $88.00. I need to order it and install it....I need a new inspection sticker!
     
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  6. Jun 8, 2020 at 9:30 PM
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    2005 DC LB I ordered the cheapest clock spring on ebay about 2 years ago. Installed it. No issues.
     
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    Thank you
     
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  9. Jun 9, 2020 at 6:01 AM
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    Couldn’t you just call a dealership and get the appropriate part number for your VIN? You don’t have to buy it from them.
     
  10. Jun 9, 2020 at 6:43 AM
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    Why call? Just go on any Toyota dealer website and look it up. Frankly you'll probably find a very reasonable price there too. For some odd reason, I've found dealer websites to have parts a bit cheaper than if you walk into their parts department. Often wonder why...
     
  11. Jun 9, 2020 at 7:16 AM
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    I’ve never navigated a dealer website looking for a part, but I recommended calling because it might be easier to get a hold of the correct part number that way. Like I said you don’t have to buy from that dealer.
     
  12. Jun 9, 2020 at 7:29 AM
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    Same. Paid $12 a few years ago. Haven't had any issues.
     
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    Here's what I ordered off ebay. Worked perfectly. $26.00

    84306-48030 84306-0E010 Air Bag Spiral Cable Clockspring for Camry Corolla
     
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