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TRD red push button start-

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Kennedyusmc, Oct 27, 2016.

  1. Nov 3, 2016 at 10:11 PM
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    Badmotorf1nger

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    off topic, but anyone know why toyota didnt put a start button in the manual trucks? I actually prefer the key, just wondering
     
  2. Nov 3, 2016 at 10:20 PM
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    Jessrin

    Jessrin Oh, okay...

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    I always do that......
     
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  3. Nov 3, 2016 at 11:27 PM
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    Toyota Kawasaki Seasons Beatings

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    I be in for a sticker.
     
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  4. Nov 4, 2016 at 4:12 AM
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    to make you ask questions
     
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  5. Nov 4, 2016 at 4:41 AM
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    mission accomplished!
     
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  6. Nov 4, 2016 at 4:46 AM
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    I suspect it has to do with requiring a clutch interlock- requiring you to push the clutch in to start.
    Much the same reason you can't get an OEM remote start
     
  7. Nov 4, 2016 at 4:59 AM
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    But you have to push the clutch to start it anyway, and Toyota makes the FRS with the smart key and M/T combo. I think the real answer is that Toyota was too cheap. Or they want less and less people to buy the M/T so they can justify not making them anymore.
     
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  8. Nov 4, 2016 at 5:01 AM
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    Well that's probably true - I'd then speculate Toyotas wiring harnesses were not interchangeable in a way it could be added economically.
     
  9. Nov 4, 2016 at 5:09 AM
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    my honda s2000 & corvette are both manual trans, with push button starts, still have to press clutch down, unless you jump the switch with a paper clip

    the tacoma actually has a button to override the clutch interlock switch
     
  10. Nov 4, 2016 at 6:12 AM
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    From what I have heard, it is not in the manual transmissions due to the A-TRAC system. Dont quote me on that though lol :D.
     
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  11. Nov 4, 2016 at 7:06 AM
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    interesting
     
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    Did you have to reprogram your keyfob at all by the Toyota Dealership?
     
  13. Nov 5, 2016 at 9:05 AM
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    Everyone that has done it says its plug and play
     
  14. Nov 5, 2016 at 9:10 AM
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    Nope- it's literally a 60 second mod.
    - pry lower dash loose where it connects to center ac console
    - delicately pry trim with button free from console
    - reach behind button and squeeze tangs and push button out.

    Reverse to install...
     
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  15. Nov 5, 2016 at 9:49 AM
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    And where did you buy from. The dealership? I noticed on the link on your first post, there are 4 variations. Are we assuming any variation will work?
     
  16. Nov 5, 2016 at 9:50 AM
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    dYL0n

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    I'd rather a sticker. This button will end up wearing out anyways.
     
  17. Nov 5, 2016 at 10:20 AM
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    No- only the part number in the thread will work. This is a Japanese Market Part only. You'll need to source from an importer. I got it from Amazon, but a bit more for it
     
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  18. Nov 13, 2016 at 5:22 PM
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    just installed.
    thank you to k.usmc for the legwork!
    IMG_1042.jpg IMG_1043.jpg
     
  19. Nov 13, 2016 at 5:25 PM
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    Zero speed-
    What part number did you order?
    Mine is green LED lit. I actually prefer it, it it's interesting yours is blue backlit.

    And did you blackout the chrome trim ring?
     
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  20. Nov 13, 2016 at 6:00 PM
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    opentang you're doing a good job

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    Can you post link to buy? Thanks! Looks good
     

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