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Tacoma shifts differently after 5K Service

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Maineoutdoors, Dec 4, 2017.

  1. Dec 4, 2017 at 4:11 PM
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    Maineoutdoors

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    Just had my 5k service and noticed something after I got my truck back . It shifts differently . It stays in gear longer now and does not shift up to next gear as quick as it used to . I didn't mind how it shifted before , but now seems to have more "power" because it hits higher rpms before shifting to next gear .
    Also seems to downshift quicker and for longer when I give it a little .

    Anyone else see a difference after a service? Possible they changed settings ? Just odd that it now shifts at 2-3.5k instead of 1.5 to 2 .
     
  2. Dec 4, 2017 at 4:13 PM
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    Does your paperwork from the dealer mention a TSB update?
     
  3. Dec 4, 2017 at 4:13 PM
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    you prob got the TSB done... or have your ECT buttom turned on.
     
  4. Dec 4, 2017 at 4:14 PM
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    Maineoutdoors

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    Don't see anything on the paperwork . Pretty basic " fluids check, ire rotation" etc .
    Not complaining . Perked the girl up a bit . Feels like a new truck
     
  5. Dec 4, 2017 at 4:16 PM
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    No ECT button on . No aftermarket stuff . Just seemed odd that the shift points changed .
     
  6. Dec 4, 2017 at 4:38 PM
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    Also, your drive-by-wire is constantly learning your driving habits and adjusting accordingly. But I seriously think you got the TSB done... that's exactly how my truck felt after.
     
  7. Dec 4, 2017 at 7:41 PM
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    +1
     
  8. Dec 4, 2017 at 7:43 PM
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    Wow. That's a good surprise
     
  9. Dec 4, 2017 at 8:09 PM
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    Would love it if they released a new TSB!
     
  10. Dec 7, 2017 at 4:08 PM
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    Thanks all . Didin't find anything on dealer paperwork about TSB but am happy that the truck is driving the way it is . Does not seem to hunt like it did before and acceleration seems to be much better .
     
  11. Dec 7, 2017 at 4:11 PM
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    Nothing changed on my 5k other than the rim valve stem caps were not reinstalled.
     
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    Nothing changed on mine either. Thankfully.
     
  13. Dec 7, 2017 at 4:33 PM
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    Was in for a 2K oil change on my new truck (it makes me feel better) and asked them about it. Techs and the service manager haven't heard about a change, for what its worth.
     
  14. Dec 7, 2017 at 4:41 PM
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    Hey OP, next time you open the hood....look up to the right... they are supposed to put a sticker there that says they did the TSB update for the tranny.... If it's there and the # ends in "300".... you got the latest update..!!
     
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    Ect is on.
     
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    No..!
     
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    Thanks .Will look tomorrow
     
  18. Dec 7, 2017 at 4:53 PM
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    ETC isn't on . I did look at that .
     
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    Great news!
     
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    If they did a TSB, there will be a sticker under the hood confirming so.
    My best guess is they disconnected the battery, thus resetting the ECU back to "learning mode". Which drives and shifts much better(for the first ~500miles) then will ultimately resort back to the sluggish Taco we are all use to.
     

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