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Checking Engine oil Level Frustration

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by rob01, Mar 5, 2011.

  1. Mar 5, 2011 at 8:35 PM
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    rob01

    rob01 [OP] Active Member

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    This is my 2nd Tacoma 6 cylinder 4x4 double cab Trd and the problem I have is when you check the engine oil level it does not read proper on the dipstick because when you put it back in oil covers the dipstick and you cannot get an accurate reading. Both my 06 and 2010 do this. Do you guys have the same trouble and what do you do about it.
     
  2. Mar 5, 2011 at 8:38 PM
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    johnw

    johnw Well-Known Member

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    well you asked for specs..... 06 trd sport speedway blue 5.3l v8 4.0 camburg lift spindles extended travel icons total chaos lowers allpro 4" leaf pack 17" xd hoss rims 37/12.5/17 mickey thompson baja atz Allpro hybrid bumper grill craft grill wicked flow muffler inside i have..... wet okole real tree camo seat cover blue oznium dome light stealth sub box with 2 10" kicker comp subs kicker 400 watt amp weathertech floor mats
    are you checking it with the engine running? i dont have a problem when i check mine but i always check with engine off
     
  3. Mar 5, 2011 at 8:58 PM
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    TacoSupreem

    TacoSupreem Dirty Trucker

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    Common problem man! Sucks, but just make sure after you shut it off that you give plenty of time for the oil to drain down to the pan. Still gonna do it some though.
     

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