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Question-5k Maintenance light came up.

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ElTaco23, Jul 6, 2023.

  1. Jul 6, 2023 at 9:45 AM
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    ElTaco23

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    I am on a road trip to Utah from Austin. My 5k maintenance light came up yesterday exactly at 5k. Before I left for this trip I did change the oil and filter used mobil1 0w20 at 3000 miles. Should I take it to the dealer now? or can I wait and take it to the dealer once I get back home which is about 1300 miles from Salt Lake City. Also I did drive it to Chaco canyon which was a rough unpaved road and to monument valley which was dusty and bumpy. Not sure what the dealer does for 5k maintenance.
    Thanks!
     
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  2. Jul 6, 2023 at 9:47 AM
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    tcjacado

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    All they are going to do is rotate the tires at the dealer. Oil changes are every 10k miles. First real service is at 30k miles.
     
  3. Jul 6, 2023 at 9:49 AM
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    Felt

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    I'm pretty sure the computer is set to throw the maintenance light every 5k miles.. needs to be reset is all. Truck is just fine
     
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  4. Jul 6, 2023 at 10:00 AM
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    Reset the light, enjoy your trip, and rotate your tires when you get home.
    Keep on truckin’!!
     
  5. Jul 6, 2023 at 10:01 AM
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    Tacospike

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    They also perform a check list of all the fluids being at the correct levels....at least I watched them check mine.
     
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  7. Jul 6, 2023 at 11:18 AM
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    this is true too!
    MFGs are so eager to claim dealer service dollars,,, to me, their frequent WARNINGS!! are the boy that cried wolf. I'm sure there's a hint of gamesmanship in there too, should you need help with warranty work.
     
  8. Jul 6, 2023 at 11:19 AM
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    Steves104x4

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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    You’re fine. Drive the Hell out of that sob.
     
  9. Jul 6, 2023 at 11:58 AM
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    Tacomike18

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    The maintenance light turns on 500 miles before the truck gets to the 5000 miles to remind you to service it soon.
     
  10. Jul 6, 2023 at 12:01 PM
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    ToyoTaco25

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    Just kidding - reset the light, change the oil next time it comes on.
     
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    Partout?
     
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  13. Jul 6, 2023 at 1:37 PM
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