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2017 check engine and trac off multiple codes

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Kyle682, May 22, 2021.

  1. May 22, 2021 at 4:47 PM
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    Kyle682

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    So I’m stressing out my check engine light and trac off light came in today and it has a lot of codes. I just bought this and it’s out of warranty and is my first Tacoma. Please help!

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  2. May 22, 2021 at 4:50 PM
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    jake72

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    Cam position sensor known problem
     
  3. May 22, 2021 at 4:52 PM
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    Fear not. I believe it is usually one problem that just disables other features in other areas as a safety measure.
     
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  4. May 22, 2021 at 4:53 PM
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    I’m just worried there is a big issue that will be expensive
     
  5. May 22, 2021 at 4:54 PM
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    If is the cam position sensor as stated above, I don't think that's super involved to replace. Do not quote me on that, though.
     
  6. May 22, 2021 at 4:54 PM
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    KBOX

    KBOX In a va.. *cough* truck down by the river.

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    Yes. I found this out when I had a faulty thermostat. The code disabled cruise control.
     
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  7. May 22, 2021 at 5:32 PM
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    I've heard any check engine light will do that in these trucks which is kind of annoying because I use that almost religiously.
     
  8. May 22, 2021 at 5:36 PM
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    You just bought it and it’s out of warranty ? Take it to a independent shop to diagnose and repair it . Save you some green rather than just start pulling things off the truck and find out it’s something else .
     
  10. May 22, 2021 at 6:20 PM
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    Unhook positive battery cable, leave for approximately 5 minutes. Hook back up and drive. I had a 16 that did the same thing, did the positive battery cable ( I believe I saw it TW somewhere ) lights stayed off permanently.
     
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