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Need help identifying this part on my truck please!

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Az-Moser, Jun 1, 2022.

  1. Jun 1, 2022 at 10:43 AM
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    Az-Moser

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    I have a 2017 toyota tacoma limited 4x4. Bought used at 30k miles from dealer cash.

    Anyways I hate having to go back to that place so I'm hoping someone can help me identify my problem part. I added pictures.
    The part is located under air filter box area and next the the oil dip stick. Looks like a cable..
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  2. Jun 1, 2022 at 3:50 PM
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    Ok, maybe I'm old and dumb but I'm confused. How do you know it's a problem part if you don't know what it is? What problem is it causing? A bit more background might help someone zero in on it.

    If I missed something I apologize in advance.
     
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  3. Jun 1, 2022 at 4:17 PM
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    Looks normal to me. I believe it’s the sensor wire coming out of the shielding they put on it so the catalytic converters doesn’t melt the wire.
     
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  4. Jun 1, 2022 at 4:55 PM
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    I would suspect the question is really "What does it sense?"
     
  5. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:59 PM
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    One wire. Temp or pressure sensor for something? I'd go out and look at my truck to see what accessory that looks to be going into (AC compressor, PW steering) But as other's have stated, if you don't know what it is then how do you know it's a problem. Weird:der:
     
  6. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:01 PM
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    Flux capacitor controller. Only place to get replacement is Doc Brown’s place. Just don’t go 88 mph until replaced. My $0.02.
     
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  7. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:02 PM
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    Looks OEM to me. Are you having any issues with the truck?
     
  8. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:02 PM
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    Thanks for clarifying.
     
  9. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:11 PM
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    That appears to be the power steering pressure switch.
    Edit: and it's corresponding plug/wire.
     
  10. Jun 1, 2022 at 8:03 PM
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    Welcome to the forum :hattip:

    What is the actual problem :confused:
     
  11. Jun 1, 2022 at 8:38 PM
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    That’s my guess as well.
     

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