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Should I save my Tacoma ?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by imjafj, Jan 30, 2016.

  1. Jan 30, 2016 at 11:33 AM
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    imjafj

    imjafj [OP] New Member

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    My 04 Tacoma with 240000 miles just started smoking - can anyone identify this part? I'm guessing it's a pump. I'm attachng pictures.


     
  2. Jan 30, 2016 at 11:34 AM
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    koditten

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    Subbed for pics.
     
  3. Jan 30, 2016 at 11:43 AM
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    muddog67

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    Thats the AC compressor
     
  4. Jan 30, 2016 at 11:47 AM
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    Nickel

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    does turning tires to black wall out count? How bout added snug top rebel.
    Of course you should save it!
    Looks like ac compressor clutch went out, pretty sure it's a serviceable part.
     
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  5. Jan 30, 2016 at 11:50 AM
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    koditten

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    If its smoking, mist likely it was the belt. Was it squealing too?

    Take the belt off and you can drive the truck just fine.
     
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  6. Jan 30, 2016 at 5:03 PM
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    imjafj

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    Yes there was a squeal for about 30 seconds then smoke - looked like the belt was still spinning when I opened the hood with the motor running - good to know it's the AC and not something like the water pump - thanks!!!!
     
  7. Jan 30, 2016 at 10:08 PM
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    68dave

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    The AC compressor clutch assembly probaly locked up.
     

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