Is there supposed to be a cover on the transmission shift lock over-ride switch?

2000 Tacoma Pre-Runner V-6 Extra-Cab: Is there something missing?

 

Yep. There’s a black cover like in the pic here

 

What does that do?

 

Allows the operator to put the transmission into neutral without vehicle being on. Typically use when getting a tow when vehicle won't start. To allow the vehicle to move without transmission engagement.

 

Huh… bought this new and never knew that.
Thanks.

 

@Sicyota04 Unlikely, but, is there a chance there is a part number embossed on the underside of the cover of the shift lock override? Unlikely, because it is likely part of an "assembly", but it doesn't hurt to ask.

@Ritchie From 2000 Tacoma Owner's Manual:

 

@Black DOG Lila
Do you happen to know a Part# for that piece? I’ll try to pop it off and look. @jnossoff is missing it.
Might be able to get one off of a Tacoma at a junkyard

 

First anniversary!! Any responses?

 

I bought one of those little covers some years ago — seven or so, I’d guess. The part number’s in the file I’m sure. At the time the little cover was available from the dealer as a separate part.

Fingers crossed it’s used on a number of other models, because a lot of the unique Gen 1 trim pieces are out of production and inventories are low or nonexistent. Seems like that one must be used on a range of Toyota models, which should help salvage yard sourcing.

 

Here ya go @jnossoff

https://www.toyotapartsdeal.com/oem/toyota~cover~shift~lock~release~button~33554-35050.html

 

Thanks, Mike @Area51Runner