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Auto Mate Reviews
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Welcome to Auto Mate Reviews! We aim to review, test, and install stuff to make it easier for you! We also will provide you a detailed look at what it is like to live with one of our featured vehicles, provide insight on the ownership experience, and provide you detail info to help you decide on your next vehicle purchase. Help support the channel by subscribing, hitting the like button on your favorite videos, and sharing your favorite video's.
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Toyota Tacoma Magnetic Phone Mount
Kaishengyuan sent out this magnetic phone mount to me to test out for you. Check out the video for the full install, and review. This fits all 3rd gen Tacomas. This magnetic phone mount has an aluminum base. The magnetic phone holder has 20 built in magnets that provide a very strong holding power of your phone. In my testing I have had no issues with my phone or mount falling off. It's a great solution if you want to use your phone for navigation or any other phone use. If you're interested in purchasing them, check out the link below. Thanks for watching!!
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Toyota Tacoma Car Seat Cover Install
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Cover Center sent out these car seat covers to me to test out for you. Check out the video for the full install, and review. These are faux leather seat covers that fit 3rd gen Toyota Tacomas double cab models. These have been the best seat covers I have used. Considering the price point, they provide a fantastic OEM look, comfortable, and provide extra protection. If you're interested in purch...
Bevinsee LED Headlight Kit Install/Test - SUPER BRIGHT!!!
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Bevinsee sent me these LED headlights to test out for you. Check out the video for the full unboxing, install, and review. These have been the brightest LED bulbs I have ever used. If you're interested in purchasing them, check out the links below. Visit Benvin see store and use the following discount code to get 12% off. bit.ly/V45ledlights Discount code is Automate12 If you prefer Amazon clic...
Day 1 Accessories For Your TACOMA!!
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Wanted to give you guys a one year update on some day 1 accessories I bought off Amazon for my Tacoma. Some of the products were cosmetic but most are functional. I was not looking to break the bank. All of these items were $200 or less at time of purchase. So let's take a closer look and see how well they have held up after one year. If these products interest you, check them out below….. As a...
How to replace your key fob battery
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Step by step instruction on how to replace your dead battery in your key fob remote. This applies to Toyota key fobs. Most key fobs will be a similar process for replacement but may have a different size battery. Battery is a Coin Battery CR 2032. Amazon Affiliate link for Battery replacement shown in video. Energizer CR2032 3 Volt Lithium Coin Battery, 10 Count amzn.to/3OWOG7S
Why You SHOULD CLEAN your Hybrid Battery Cooling Filter!
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Why You SHOULD CLEAN your Hybrid Battery Cooling Filter!
Fitcamx 4K Dash Cam INSTALL and TEST on 2022 Toyota TACOMA
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Fitcamx 4K Dash Cam INSTALL and TEST on 2022 Toyota TACOMA
2022 Tacoma drivers side view mirror cracked with cold temps!?!?
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2022 Tacoma drivers side view mirror cracked with cold temps!?!?
Buying a JEEP WRANGLER?? Check this out BEFORE you buy.
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Buying a JEEP WRANGLER?? Check this out BEFORE you buy.
2022 Tacoma Power Outlet: Practical or a Gimmick????
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2022 Tacoma Power Outlet: Practical or a Gimmick????
2022 Tacoma: How to remove your lower air diffuser on your Tacoma.
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2022 Tacoma: How to remove your lower air diffuser on your Tacoma.
2022-2023 Tacoma Recall! Is Your Tacoma affected?
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2022-2023 Tacoma Recall! Is Your Tacoma affected?
2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 4x4 Lunar Rock: Overview
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2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 4x4 Lunar Rock: Overview
The government is manmade
Thank you so much!!
Your welcome!
Can anyone tell me the fuse for this outlet? Mine is not getting power
I believe it’s the interior fuse amp box near the OBD scanner connector. I thinks it’s 15amp fuse labeled p/outlet
20 mpg holy shit. How are you driving downhill both ways?
lol. The earth is flat so it makes it easier…..
Thanks
Your welcome
What State?
Massachusetts
What about a guitar amp? lol
Hell yeah, I bet it could. But pretty sure it couldn’t handle it if you crank it up to 11…..
I recently charged a 300w cheap power box
Could you fit two kayaks in a 5 foot bed?
Yes you can. If they are longer than 10ft than your pushing it length wise. But width wise you can if they are on their sides.
👍711 :Thanks for making this video possible. Will have to check my 2023 being the battery is in the same location and consult my hand book. I realse yours is 2019 but i am certain there are those with your Rav that will find your video most informative. I own a Toyota Carolla Cross Hybrid with the same vents to cool the battery. Thanks again.
Your welcome.
Just ordered mine. Thanks!!!
No problem. If you bought it off Amazon, at least they have a good return policy if you don’t like it. Good luck!
How does it hold when going over bumps and railroad tracks?
It hasn’t come off my dash and the phone has never fallen off the magnet. I live in Massachusetts, so roads suck, potholes everywhere, and I do go over train tracks. Can’t say I’ve done fast off-roading but think it could handle that. But don’t think you would do that. I recommend this phone mount.
@@automatereviews I appreciate your response. Looking forward to getting mine Friday.
Super adhesive and strong magnet!💪Couldn’t be happier. 10/10
@@CAborn1112 awesome! Good luck with yours. I like mine so far. If anything bad pops up I’ll update it here.
Thank you for the video! I have Rav4 2021 so I will make sure to follow your instruction to clean the filter. It would be great if Toyota measures the temp of the battery just to give a sense of the state of cooling.
Your welcome. Toyota does measure the temp and that’s what determines when the fan comes on. We just can’t see it the temp. I wonder if a technician plugged in could see the actual temp reading?
For those who love camping, bringing a mobile air conditioner can make you feel comfortable in hot weather.😊
Is this the service that Toyota was trying to charge me $350 to do?
Not sure what they specified to do for you. But if they are charging $350 for this, that is an absolute rip off.
Does it track speed??
It does not
This happened to me this morning. Temp was 60+ degrees. Glad I saw this video. I might have a arguement with them on getting free replacement.
That sucks. There was clearly an issue with these. I have another video with post repair. Toyota did cover it under warranty. There is enough data out there that this was an issue and they should cover it.
A flathead screwdriver will get the cover off BUT it will leave a permanent mark as all the pressure as you pry will be concentrated upon a single point. Thats why you need to buy a set of plastic dash pry tools like those blue ones you used. harbor freight $10. ALSO, as gross as your filter looks, I would go online and find a new replacement checking with the Toyota dealer LAST. !
You should of purchased a new filter and replace that dirty filter.
access cab long bed gang
Finally a car seat install video that covers all aspects including the back of the front seats that must be unhooked and tucked into the cover. Thanks
Awesome! Thanks!
But how you cleaning the filter from the battery
There is a link in the short for the whole video.
Thanks for the advice.
No problem 👍. Thanks.
I go by the recommendation of another TH-camr who specializes in Toyota vehicles. Inspect the filter after 2 or 3 months depending on how much driving you do and if you have dusty roads, or shedding pets etc. if the filter is clean give it a light vacuum and reinstall. Lengthen the time to 4-6 months for the next inspection once again depending on dust, pets etc. he suggests doing it every 4-6 months after that. A couple other important suggestions are, never put water bottles, bags of ice or other liquids on top of the back seat. In them event that liquid gets onto the seat and with the hybrid battery being under the back seat, you don’t want to get water, juice etc. on the battery. NEVER put a blanket, coat, shopping bags etc. in front of the hybrid battery cooling vent. They first Prius vehicles didn’t have a cooling system for the battery and while the batteries lasted a long time there were more battery failures until the cooling vent / fan were introduced. This TH-camr I mentioned worked as a Toyota Tech with a specialty in hybrid systems. In over 1000 hybrid services he had only seen 2 battery failures. You did an awesome job removing the Phillips screw on the cover. No matter how long I turned the screw on mine during the first inspection, it wouldn’t come out. I had to break it ( harder than you would think ) after buying a new one. At the 2nd inspection once again the screw wouldn’t come out even after turning it over 20 times. On Toyota forums I have seen numerous owners who had the same issue. That little plastic screw cost me almost $3. Good video though.
Thanks for sharing what you have seen/learned elsewhere. Yeah the screw was a bit of a pain lol. $3 seems steep for one screw. Maybe they did it on purpose to generate some revenue. lol.
A warning message came on my car about the Hybrid cooling system, i get my car serviced by Toyota dealer every year when the warning came on my car was due for a yearly service so i sent the car to them and told of the issue which arisen.Theysaid they cleand it and it hasnt occoured since but it has only been a couple of days.I am wondering however has it been done on previous services............?
I don’t think it has ever been done unless you specifically recommended it. For whatever reason, this item is not included in a regular interval, just up to you to do it if you’re driving in special conditions according to the manual. They list it as excessive idling, police, taxi, or door to door services as when to clean it.
Clearly not, I had the same message on my hybrid corolla and after doing the same as this video. It's been running fine
I love it. It's the best item I have ever used.
I enjoy the radar cruise as well. Toyotas system works very well.
It is the brightest tool in the toolbox. Especially if your talking on the phone and you space out and forget to brake the truck does it for you
What’s the brand ?
The Brand is Kaishengyuan. In the short there is a link to the full video install and link to the phone holder. Below is the link to the phone holder if you just want to go straight there on Amazon. amzn.to/3LPRn8q
Good review
Thank you for watching!
Thumbnail makes it look green
Depending on lighting, lunar rock can look quite green in the thumbnail. And at night it looks grey with no green. It’s definitely a unique color.
Carried my new riding lawnmower the other day. Bed won’t fully close with it in.. gotta Rig it up.
Is that a 12’ kayak?
It’s a 10’ Lifetime Tamarack Angler Kayak.
@@automatereviews oh wow looks bigger. Good video 👍🏼
@@Luisblancotaco4x4 thank you!
it is illegal to carry something that is bigger than the bed in lots of places
Surprisingly in my no fun state of Massachusetts, that is not the case. At least that I’m aware of.
if you get a long bed you can carry most motorcycles with the tailgate up
That is true. I just personally didn’t like the proportions of the long bed on the Tacoma. Also wanted something that would fit in my garage. Long bed wouldn’t fit.
you were vacuuming the filter on the wrong side; just FYI
Yes you are correct. Another viewer pointed it out as well. It’s somewhere here in comments land. I had inserted the wrong clip during editing. Rest assured the correct side was vacuumed. Good to see keen eyed viewers who know the direction of air flow! Thanks.
@@automatereviews Glad you cleared that up - I understand the filters can be cleaned a couple of times if you are careful - they may not cost that much to replace, but it is easy enough to vacuum them clean if they are in reasonably good shape 🙂
While the look is clean I have 3 issues with this. 1) The lens is not adjustable. There should be some ability to as I believe there is too much of the hood being show on the MDX version 2) No sound to identify that the unit has powered on. I believe some of the earlier models had issues just dying after a month of use which was resolved. If this stops working you might not notice that small dim LED which shows if it is on. Even then you have no idea if it is working 3) With no voice you won't know if there is an issues with the microSD card With these issues IMO I would say to get a Viofo over this. Yes it might not look as hidden but I prefer functionality and knowing my device works or has some sort of issues instead of coming into a situation of an accident and then not having the video which I would need.
All valid points. I still prefer this for its looks. But from the drivers seat I don’t know if it’s on or not. Rear view mirror blocks the light indicators. And as you mentioned no audible indicator. Room for future improvements. I honestly forget I have it sometimes. As far as it breaking, it’s still working for me. We will see long term.
Nooooo those are all awful positions shown here to carry your kayak! Especially the tailgate up one. Creating a single pivot point puts a lot of stress on the boat and could cause the boat to fracture, especially with cheap plastic or expensive composite boats. Get proper racks that are designed to carry a kayak or other boat securely. Where possible tie it down at the bow, stern and midship to keep it from turning into a boat missile. There’s lots of different options out there, but the methods in this video are most likely to cause damage to your boat. Disclaimer: I work for an outdoor retailer and these are my own opinions and do not reflect those of my company. Also, I am not responsible for anything you do to your boat. You tied it down, installed the racks, etc, it’s all on you to make an informed decision and follow the manufacturer instructions.
People worry about ratchet straps and then bounce all the weight of their kayak on a single pressure point on the tailgate. Go figure! 😉
How did it hold up thru summer. Here in socal I've tried glue phone holders n they fall off in the heat. How your hold up
So far it’s held up. This is the first summer with it. I’m in MA. I know we haven’t been as hot as you guys but have had plenty of 90+ deg days. I’ve only put the weight of the phone on it. Haven’t tried to yank it off or anything. So so far it’s been good.
Was great for me to use a leaf blower during an extended power outage.
It feels fairly useless to me. Maybe there's some out there who find a use for it. Neutral in the instructions is probably there for those of us with a manual transmission.
damn! amazon not available that you bought. that’s suck!
Awe man that sucks. Other people have mentioned it comes and goes from stock. Hopefully it comes back if you want that one.
Why Toyota doesn't put the intake from the roof. This is ridiculous
🤷♂️
What about the air filter on toyta rav4 hybrid 2018. Where is located?
It’s the same location but more extensive to get to the filter. I would recommend watching the video below for how to do it. Car care nut does fantastic videos. th-cam.com/video/gjGLG6jg-Mk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=sZ9rIUToIAesk2UQ
Thank you.
@@ewapoplawski8194 your welcome.
As a toyota tacoma owner, i've never actually used it, but it looks like it's great to charge your phone so it pretty much sucks, Just like the transmission.
Yup pretty much sums it up.
I have a 12ft hobie compass kayak that weights 85ibs I have a 5.5 foot bed so I have to run my kayak with tailgate down
Excellent video. Straightforward demonstration of how and why to clean that filter. Cleaning or changing this filter, and changing the oil regularly, will keep your RAV4 running for many miles.
Thank you. Maintenance goes a long way.
Looked at my 2015 Camry Hybrid filter a year or so back and it was surprisingly pristine in appearance. Differs from this vehicle and access is behind L rear seat cushion. TH-cam video for method. Worth checking every few years as it is not difficult to access.
Also noticed hybrid reverse sound actually doesn’t come on it is in engine mode
With the air compressor, I tried to use a shop air compressor that’s a lot bigger than the one you had, and it would not power it so the smaller air compressors is what you want. And I also hooked up a 5 gallon shot vacuum and it barely powered it.😂
No wonder the filter is dirty the inside of the car is filthy.
Yeah tell me about it. Good thing there is a filter. Does the wife clean her Rav: NOPE. Do the kids clean it: NOPE. Does the Dog clean back there and not shed a blanket worth of hair: NOPE. So stuck with this 💩 lol.
@@automatereviews 😂 🤣
Damn I’m only getting like 300 miles if I’m lucky with 17mpg
Most of my driving is 30-60mph back roads at low elevations with little grades. Hop on the highway or mountains then it drops to that.