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Modification on my new truck what is it for?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by starview11, Nov 29, 2024.

  1. Nov 29, 2024 at 12:30 PM
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    just got my new 2023 tacoma , found this under the driver side. what is it what is use for? any one has any Idea. thanks

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    Looks like an add-on.
     
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    I hate when people screw into factory dash panels.
     
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    It's part of a dealership security system. I removed it on mine and mounted a brake controller in it's location, reusing one of the screw holes. (Mine was mounted further to the left).

    Lots of posts on TW have talked about this thing. Mine was new in 2011. They've been using these things for over a decade.
     
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    Bring it back and demand the dealer to remove the device and replace the trim panel with a new one without the screw holes.
     
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    What gives the dealer permission to add something and not point it out. Along with what is the purpose. I’d be pissed. Have them remove and fix the holes.
     
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