I was a mechanic for many years, and it's amazing how many people simply never open an owner's manual. Manuals are worth their weight in gold when it comes to properly maintaining a vehicle. Not only that, but the few owners who do read manuals often find useful features on their cars or trucks they didn't even know existed! I wish more dealerships would require sales staff to at least pull out the manual and go over not only break-in procedures, but also show new car owners how to look up periodic maintenance requirements. There's usually a section dedicated to this. Thanks for the great video; you're the first person -- that I've seen -- do a video about looking up break-in and other important information in the manual.
I have about 7,000 miles on my 2022 Tacoma Sport. I have followed the advice you are are giving as carefully as I could. I recently returned from a 5,000-mile camping trip. The truck was towing a light camping trailer (1,600 lbs.) and it performed flawlessly in high crosswinds (70 mph gusts) and sleet-covered mountain roads. Steep fifteen-percent grades on sharply curving were not even close to a problem, either ascending or descending. My first truck lasted 26 years until I sold it to my mechanic for his son. I expect my Tacoma to outlast me and I will take good care of it for one of my gandkids. Love. This. Truck. !!! Good video. Thanks!!
Yeah I just bought a 2023 Tacoma four-wheel drive about 10 days ago and I have been keeping the RPMs under 2000. No heavy braking no acceleration. I thought this was for about 650 miles, but I'll go easy for another 300 since I got about 750 miles right now. I just sold my 2007 Tacoma which had $238,000 Mi. I would put it in four-wheel drive to keep it lubricated but I definitely didn't do it every month. Can't believe I got 10K for my 07
I sold Toyota in Cincinnati for about 14 years and I was careful with every new car customer to go over this procedure. I think it’s important and I wanted to do what I could to make sure they had a good experience with their vehicle and a long life if they wanted to keep it for a good number of years. Great information here Rob!!
I have a new Tacoma with now 1700 miles. I do know about break in. But did not read the manual. Turns out everything you said about break in I ended up following 😊 I live In Wisconsin so I’ve already used my 4x4 in the snow
Yes Rob I have done the break in procedure with my 2021 TRD off road and I do run my truck on 4 wheel drive for 10 miles to lubricate the system I read the manual and followed it to a t from the very beginning I have done this with all my vehicles but awesome job my friend letting people who don’t know how to protect there vehicles keep up the great work I find all your videos very educational and enjoy them all
@@RobMotive sorry if my last 2 questions were not appropriate I don’t know if you cannot talk about the 2 devices I questioned on because of being sponsored by one or not but I apologize
I keep my trucks forever, and proper breaking in is in my DNA. The key is to drive as you would normally without excessive stress on the engine and other components.
I've been taking my 2010 Tacoma once a month on a straight stretch of gravel road to utilize the 4WD. With all the controversy, I figure I'd play it safe.
For my 2023 Taco Sport purchase a few months ago, the salesman went over all these points when I took delivery. I asked about oil changes and he said the usual Toyota 10,000, however, he also suggested to possibly get it in sooner than that. He admitted that he would feel "uneasy" waiting till 10,000 at least for the first and second one. I'm getting mine in this week at 4500 for the first of two free changes they provide.
Aloha Rob. Many people may ignore the break-in segment of the Toyota Tacoma new car Manual. Yet, it's tough to remember that at times because you're very happy with the new truck euphoria. This is great that you bring us back to Earth 🌐 in reminding us the importance of the break-in period for the new vehicle. Great video Rob.
I am picking up my 2022 Trd Sport on Monday. I will be reading the Taco Bible and following the recommendations. I hope to keep this truck for at least 10 years.
The truck may not say anything, but it knows when it's in 4 wheel drive on dry pavement. Regardless if both axles are geared the same and the tires are the same size, there is some minor discrepancy in final gearing by the time the rubber meets the road. The transfer case is going to be what suffers. It may take a while, but dry pavement will wear hard parts and chains.
I did this to a jeep. The transfer case was a New Process 231 if I remember correctly. Chewed that thing right up. Also, the front axle was damaged as well.
My Tacoma is also 2WD, so no worries with the 4WD. However, I did have a problem with the constant speed thing right off the bat since I was 200 miles away from home when I bought it. I did keep to the rest of it though and now have almost 600 miles so most on the list are checked off.
I've got a 23 with 170miles on it been babying it. I didn't know about the brakes so glad I heard this have been really easy with them I did have to get down on the a bit in traffic the other day and it didn't feel great. The def have to be broken in easily.
One thing you did not touch on is this. After the first 1,000 miles change the oil and filter. Then change it every 5,000 miles. I know Toyota says every 10,000 miles but I will be changing mine more often. I get my Taco around the 27th of February. Can’t wait to start moding it.
Here's food for thought: a manufacturer that sells internationally in 3rd world countries, often will spec what's good enough, but not best, in consideration of sales in those countries. Those buyers may not have ready access/afford higher grade fuels and oil. Don't ask me how I know 😉
Just talked to a friend who bought a new Tacoma 4WD in 2020. He said he's never read the manual and didn't see the part about driving 10 mi. a month for the 4WD .He asked me if he should do it now or bring back it to the dealer to see if they can lubricate what need to be lubricated. I told him I didn't know but i would be worried about wrecking something doing it now after 3 years so i'd probably take it back to the Toyota Dealer where he bought it.
My friend just called me about not putting his Tacoma in 4WD 10mi a month. The service dep. at Toyota told him not to worry since it was only 3 yrs old it wouldn't be a problem because all the parts are moving getting lubricated while driving so he would not be screwing up anything and just put it in 4WD and drive for a couple of miles. Now here's something weird. In my 2019 manual it says under ..Four Wheel drive usage frequency..."You should drive in 4WD for at least 10 mi.a month. " I just noticed that underneath there is a WARNING...Driving on DRY and hard surface roads in 4HI or 4LO position may cause drive component oil leakage, seizure, or other problems resulting in an ACCIDENT.. WHAT !!! Is this passage in your owners manual...Hasn't snowed where I live for 2 yrs. Where the hell are you supposed to drive ...
@@vyger6336 Not long ago I bought a 2010 Tacoma and noticed the same thing in the owner's manual. What I decided to do is take it out once a month to a stretch of gravel road (that provides some slippage) to engage the 4WD. Before taking any sharp turns, I will switch it from 4H to 2H while moving (under 62 mph) and switch it back to 4H once the road straightens out again. Doing this will also keep the actuator functioning well.
MY FATHER BOUGHT ME MY FIRST BRAND NEW TRUCK WHEN I WAS 18. NOW I'M 65 AND I ALWAYS FOLLOWED MY FATHER'S INSTRUCTIONS THAT STILL ARE AS WRITTEN ON THAT MANUAL. I JUST PURCHASED MY BRAND NEW 2022 TRD 4X4 OFF ROAD. THIS IS MY #6
Well crap, I just bought one last week and I have already towed a trailer lightweight trailer and only had a tiller on it to take the tiller to the shop. Also, I have had to really gun it merging onto the interstate like 4 times wide open. I have 400 miles on it now and hope I haven't damaged it in any way because I plan on trying to put 400k miles on it. Another thing is it had 170 miles on it when I picked it up at the dealership. I had to order it because they didn't have what I wanted on the lot and I think they drove it in, not sure, so I have no idea what it saw in that 170 miles. Love the truck so far and plan on modding it quite a bit bumper, grill, l lights, and switching the air filter, spark, and exhaust system for more power and better gas mileage. I wish my salesman would have told me these things before I went out and did them. At least I haven't had it over 80 yet, lol so what exactly have i done to my taco by gunning it 4 times and hauling a light weight trailer with a tiller to the shop 60 miles there and back?
Hey Rob. The worst thing about the 4x mode on asphalt and turning, is actually the gears more so than the tires. This causes binding on the gears, because when you turn, the tires rotate at different speeds because of the circle they make. The outside of the circle tire spins slower than the inside tire. This causes a great deal of binding and damage to the gears. That is the real reason it is recommended to only drive on a surface that allows for tire slippage.
@@JoelRodriguez-bf3jb , you can, as long as your going in a straight line the entire time and only in 4Hi. Turning the truck left or right causes binding in the gears of the differential. Also best if under 50 mph. Simply click it into 4Hi a couple of minutes, click it out, repeat a couple of times. Again, always going straight forward, no turning.
Got a 2022 with 2 miles on it a month ago. Day 4 it was making a LOUD collapsed lifter sound on the passenger side of the engine when I pulled in my yard idling. Dropped it off at the dealer the next day and they said it was some issue with the direct fuel injection. I goggled this phenomenon and yes there are videos of this noise on more than just my truck but I'm still not convinced that is the whole issue. I haven't heard it again since that one time.
2018 off-road trim here in inferno. I recently tried 4wd without knowing i should have been using all along. It was stuck in 4wd for a while. I need to get it checked out for sure. I got it back to 2wd somehow soon after. it looks like the transfer case had an oil leak which the dealer supposedly fixed. of course they never told me about the once a month trick to date.
I was curious, I have a 2022 TRD off road with a manual transmission. When I am going through extended stretches of highly variable off road conditions that periodically require 4-Lo, am I okay to just leave it in 4-lo even if it spans a few continuous miles of travel? I’ve heard varying opinions. Some say only use it for short stretches, but it’s only changing the gear ratio. Can’t imagine I’m damaging it as long as I keep it under 20mph?
@@RobMotive I was disappointed my sons trd. With tow package, all this kick ass features. Then with a 3 inch lift and black rhino rims and wild peak tires. It’s his first new car for his 21st bday. His first was a fusion. He kept saying it didn’t” take off” as a dad I assumed he was being a 21 yo and driving like a knuckle head .lol it was horrible. We put a pedal commander in it. And I was so suprised it actually works so good. I have. A 2011 raptor 6.2 with svt tuner The Peddal commander is more for the money. Hey if you bought it with in 6 months and you email them, and prove you bought it. My son was sent a black with yellow logo Peddal commander shirt. And a stack of Vynal stickers, white , black, gold, red, and yellow I believe like 2 of each. Have a great weekend.
@@RobMotive Yes, mainly older Ford F150s with rear drums. Saw it happen a lot on a fleet of 2004 F350s we imported into the Russian arctic. Rear parking brake cables froze all the time until we got the Russians to stop using them.
Im not Rob but I agree. The 2GR-FE V6 thats in the Tacoma has been used by Toyota for 20years. If its 10k oil change interval was an issue, the engineers wouldn’t continue to recommend it. Even when brand new. Its not 1970 anymore , modern engines and fluids are perfectly capable of lasting. That said , you can do whatever makes you feel better, it won’t hurt anything except your wallet.
As a younger.. never did any of that! Definitely broke my 2020 in correctly, even changed my oil at 3k. Just hit 10k and she's running smooth. I do agree it is important if you're going to keep the truck. Mrs LB20 says hello ... still misses the blue unicorn.
I bought a 2018 TRD Off Road with only 10,000 miles on it, no clue if the guy before me put it in 4x4. Would you suspect the 4 wd be ok if I start using it monthly that’s recommended? Thanks a bunch
I followed the break-in to the letter, and paid for an oil changed at 1000 miles. I plan on keeping this truck for good and will do my part to make it last.
Would you know why my Tacoma 2019 jerks when I drive a consistent speed ? I have 78000 km on it (I believe) && I’m not tough on her, I treat her well, but she’s done this almost since I got her !
@@RobMotive It’s annoying ! I don’t know why it does it. Only at a constant speed that it does it. I’m at 78158km. I’ve been trying to figure out the problem, I know the 2019 have fuel pump problems (recalls) but I got mine done already !
I asked the service department regarding heavy towing with my 2022 Tacoma near Max capacity. The service guy said that he did a lot of towing, so coming from a good source that understands the Toyota and also Towing in general. He said with ETC on keep the gear shifter in the S position for local driving. On the highway at cruising speed it's okay to switch into the D position and let it go into overdrive. Back to S when off the highway and there will be speed fluctuations. For going downhill he said to keep it in S and let the engine do some of the braking. It is designed for engine braking. Pulse the brakes as well. He basically said to split the workload between engine and brakes for going downhill. I also verified that the gear shift in the S position is a gear limiter. Not a gear selector. It does not let it go above the selected gear but it will go below. They probably have some safety overrides. We were having a discussion about this in another video and I wanted to give an update after talking to the service department.
8:51 I feel like your personally talking to me and I’m listening sir! I own a 2021 Toyota Corolla , I payed it off in 9 months, I’m still doing good at my delivery job so I went to buy another new But 2022 Corolla but ended up buying a 2022 Toyota Tacoma instead! I’ve only put 110 miles on it and I was wondering like you said,, do you still have to break new vehicles in,, Now I know and I will do it like you said! But I’m trying to pay it off before it has 500 miles on it so this will take a little while!
@@RobMotive I live in Michigan where they still use rock salt on the roads...Taco's used to have a bad rusting problem but do they still? Also, what would you use for undercoating?
Any untreated undercarriage will have rust issues in those conditions. As I’m not a proponent of rust proofing, I don’t have any first hand experience with the different brands/processes🤔
i remember reading on a FB group just right after he took out his brand new Tacoma, he went straight to the beach and literally was taking pictures and rolling shots by the sea shore...like seriously? without any type of undercarriage protection and you take it to the SALTIEST place. LOL. at least get some fluid film or something before having it take a dive down the ocean.
Thank you for this video I will do those tips. I like your bed bars , can you send me the link where you buy your bar? Thank you again for your informative video.
I did everything exactly like I was supposed to break in my Tacoma when I bought it. I try to put my Tacoma in 4x4 about every 3 months but make sure road is wet because they say not to do it on dry pavement.
1st day I had my Tacoma a grandma let her toddler granddaughter walk right out in front of me and I had to slam on my brakes so I failed that one and I also drove fast and constantly from day 1. Hopefully I'll be ok.
Hey rob, I’ve been looking into tacomas a lot and your videos have been extremely helpful. I know you said that this one is a 2wd and I was wondering if you thought it was that big of a difference or if the 4Wd would be better overall
the part about engaging your 4 wheel drive for 10 miles once a month.. I think that they mean 10 minutes and drive it around for that much time.. 4 high.. 4 low is very slow and you will not be able to drive that around for 10 miles.😁
@@RobMotive There should be a limited speed for each gear. 4-low is typically not much more than a crawl to 5mph. Where high could be up to 50 mph. I was just surprised the manual didn't specify which mode to run 4x4 in. Thanks for the video!
I was a mechanic for many years, and it's amazing how many people simply never open an owner's manual. Manuals are worth their weight in gold when it comes to properly maintaining a vehicle. Not only that, but the few owners who do read manuals often find useful features on their cars or trucks they didn't even know existed! I wish more dealerships would require sales staff to at least pull out the manual and go over not only break-in procedures, but also show new car owners how to look up periodic maintenance requirements. There's usually a section dedicated to this. Thanks for the great video; you're the first person -- that I've seen -- do a video about looking up break-in and other important information in the manual.
I have about 7,000 miles on my 2022 Tacoma Sport. I have followed the advice you are are giving as carefully as I could. I recently returned from a 5,000-mile camping trip. The truck was towing a light camping trailer (1,600 lbs.) and it performed flawlessly in high crosswinds (70 mph gusts) and sleet-covered mountain roads. Steep fifteen-percent grades on sharply curving were not even close to a problem, either ascending or descending.
My first truck lasted 26 years until I sold it to my mechanic for his son. I expect my Tacoma to outlast me and I will take good care of it for one of my gandkids.
Love. This. Truck. !!!
Good video. Thanks!!
Sounds great! I'm sure your Tacoma will last a very long time👍
Yeah I just bought a 2023 Tacoma four-wheel drive about 10 days ago and I have been keeping the RPMs under 2000. No heavy braking no acceleration. I thought this was for about 650 miles, but I'll go easy for another 300 since I got about 750 miles right now. I just sold my 2007 Tacoma which had $238,000 Mi. I would put it in four-wheel drive to keep it lubricated but I definitely didn't do it every month. Can't believe I got 10K for my 07
Thank you for clarifying the recommend 10 mile per month procedure! I don’t have 10 miles of slippery surfaces to drive.
I sold Toyota in Cincinnati for about 14 years and I was careful with every new car customer to go over this procedure. I think it’s important and I wanted to do what I could to make sure they had a good experience with their vehicle and a long life if they wanted to keep it for a good number of years. Great information here Rob!!
That’s great. There were very few that ever mentioned it to me😑
What's the recommended speed
I don’t recall off hand. It’s in the manual 👍
Thx u Sir 👍
I have been driving Toyotas since 1977 always drove a new one. Like normal everyday driving.never had a problem.
I have a new Tacoma with now 1700 miles. I do know about break in. But did not read the manual. Turns out everything you said about break in I ended up following 😊 I live In Wisconsin so I’ve already used my 4x4 in the snow
Yes Rob I have done the break in procedure with my 2021 TRD off road and I do run my truck on 4 wheel drive for 10 miles to lubricate the system I read the manual and followed it to a t from the very beginning I have done this with all my vehicles but awesome job my friend letting people who don’t know how to protect there vehicles keep up the great work I find all your videos very educational and enjoy them all
Thanks Kenneth👍
@@RobMotive sorry if my last 2 questions were not appropriate I don’t know if you cannot talk about the 2 devices I questioned on because of being sponsored by one or not but I apologize
Oh no. I am not limited by anything 👍
@@RobMotive ok my brother God bless
@kennethgagnon5471......."and I do run my truck on 4 wheel drive for 10 miles to lubricate the system" How often do you do that?
I keep my trucks forever, and proper breaking in is in my DNA. The key is to drive as you would normally without excessive stress on the engine and other components.
Absolutely 👍
Hey Rob, great info esp the 4x4 10 miles a month. I have 2022 that I got in Feb and had no idea!
I've been taking my 2010 Tacoma once a month on a straight stretch of gravel road to utilize the 4WD. With all the controversy, I figure I'd play it safe.
For my 2023 Taco Sport purchase a few months ago, the salesman went over all these points when I took delivery. I asked about oil changes and he said the usual Toyota 10,000, however, he also suggested to possibly get it in sooner than that. He admitted that he would feel "uneasy" waiting till 10,000 at least for the first and second one. I'm getting mine in this week at 4500 for the first of two free changes they provide.
Yea..I wouldn't wait till 10,000 mi. My Toyota dealer does mine every 5,000 miles which I think is a good thing.
Aloha Rob. Many people may ignore the break-in segment of the Toyota Tacoma new car Manual. Yet, it's tough to remember that at times because you're very happy with the new truck euphoria. This is great that you bring us back to Earth 🌐 in reminding us the importance of the break-in period for the new vehicle. Great video Rob.
Thanks Ryannew. Just a little reminder 👍
I am picking up my 2022 Trd Sport on Monday. I will be reading the Taco Bible and following the recommendations. I hope to keep this truck for at least 10 years.
That’s awesome 👍👍
The truck may not say anything, but it knows when it's in 4 wheel drive on dry pavement. Regardless if both axles are geared the same and the tires are the same size, there is some minor discrepancy in final gearing by the time the rubber meets the road. The transfer case is going to be what suffers. It may take a while, but dry pavement will wear hard parts and chains.
I did this to a jeep. The transfer case was a New Process 231 if I remember correctly. Chewed that thing right up. Also, the front axle was damaged as well.
My Tacoma is also 2WD, so no worries with the 4WD. However, I did have a problem with the constant speed thing right off the bat since I was 200 miles away from home when I bought it. I did keep to the rest of it though and now have almost 600 miles so most on the list are checked off.
It’s hard to stay in line for sure😬
I've got a 23 with 170miles on it been babying it. I didn't know about the brakes so glad I heard this have been really easy with them I did have to get down on the a bit in traffic the other day and it didn't feel great. The def have to be broken in easily.
One thing you did not touch on is this. After the first 1,000 miles change the oil and filter. Then change it every 5,000 miles. I know Toyota says every 10,000 miles but I will be changing mine more often. I get my Taco around the 27th of February. Can’t wait to start moding it.
Great point. I just got mine and I'm going to do the exact same thing
Been doing 10k every since 2012 and cars have never been in the shop
You’re wasting your money. The manufacturer always knows best.
Here's food for thought: a manufacturer that sells internationally in 3rd world countries, often will spec what's good enough, but not best, in consideration of sales in those countries. Those buyers may not have ready access/afford higher grade fuels and oil. Don't ask me how I know 😉
Just got mine....thanks
Just talked to a friend who bought a new Tacoma 4WD in 2020. He said he's never read the manual and didn't see the part about driving 10 mi. a month for the 4WD .He asked me if he should do it now or bring back it to the dealer to see if they can lubricate what need to be lubricated. I told him I didn't know but i would be worried about wrecking something doing it now after 3 years so i'd probably take it back to the Toyota Dealer where he bought it.
Hard to say? It would be at the very least a good question for the service department 🤔
@@RobMotive Thanks for the reply and I agree that he should ask Toyota before throwing it into 4WD.
My friend just called me about not putting his Tacoma in 4WD 10mi a month.
The service dep. at Toyota told him not to worry since it was only 3 yrs old it wouldn't be a problem because all the parts are moving getting lubricated while driving so he would not be screwing up anything and just put it in 4WD and drive for a couple of miles. Now here's something weird. In my 2019 manual it says under ..Four Wheel drive usage frequency..."You should drive in 4WD for at least 10 mi.a month. " I just noticed that underneath there is a WARNING...Driving on DRY and hard surface roads in 4HI or 4LO position may cause drive component oil leakage, seizure, or other problems resulting in an ACCIDENT.. WHAT !!! Is this passage in your owners manual...Hasn't snowed where I live for 2 yrs. Where the hell are you supposed to drive ...
Lol! Yup…makes no sense 😬
@@vyger6336 Not long ago I bought a 2010 Tacoma and noticed the same thing in the owner's manual. What I decided to do is take it out once a month to a stretch of gravel road (that provides some slippage) to engage the 4WD. Before taking any sharp turns, I will switch it from 4H to 2H while moving (under 62 mph) and switch it back to 4H once the road straightens out again. Doing this will also keep the actuator functioning well.
Yea it's fine... none is this bs matters. Drove the truck you bought and enjoy it.
Yes. Thanks for the reminder
MY FATHER BOUGHT ME MY FIRST BRAND NEW TRUCK WHEN I WAS 18. NOW I'M 65 AND I ALWAYS FOLLOWED MY FATHER'S INSTRUCTIONS THAT STILL ARE AS WRITTEN ON THAT MANUAL. I JUST PURCHASED MY BRAND NEW 2022 TRD 4X4 OFF ROAD. THIS IS MY #6
That’s awesome! Very good of your father👍
Thanks!
Well crap, I just bought one last week and I have already towed a trailer lightweight trailer and only had a tiller on it to take the tiller to the shop. Also, I have had to really gun it merging onto the interstate like 4 times wide open. I have 400 miles on it now and hope I haven't damaged it in any way because I plan on trying to put 400k miles on it. Another thing is it had 170 miles on it when I picked it up at the dealership. I had to order it because they didn't have what I wanted on the lot and I think they drove it in, not sure, so I have no idea what it saw in that 170 miles. Love the truck so far and plan on modding it quite a bit bumper, grill, l lights, and switching the air filter, spark, and exhaust system for more power and better gas mileage. I wish my salesman would have told me these things before I went out and did them. At least I haven't had it over 80 yet, lol so what exactly have i done to my taco by gunning it 4 times and hauling a light weight trailer with a tiller to the shop 60 miles there and back?
Also first oil change at 500 miles!
I uploaded the owners manual to chatgpt and it broke it down for me simply
Hey Rob. The worst thing about the 4x mode on asphalt and turning, is actually the gears more so than the tires.
This causes binding on the gears, because when you turn, the tires rotate at different speeds because of the circle they make.
The outside of the circle tire spins slower than the inside tire. This causes a great deal of binding and damage to the gears.
That is the real reason it is recommended to only drive on a surface that allows for tire slippage.
Yup. Have to be gentle👍
so ur saying don't do it on dry surfaces??? 🤔
@@JoelRodriguez-bf3jb , you can, as long as your going in a straight line the entire time and only in 4Hi.
Turning the truck left or right causes binding in the gears of the differential.
Also best if under 50 mph.
Simply click it into 4Hi a couple of minutes, click it out, repeat a couple of times. Again, always going straight forward, no turning.
You are fine in 4WD on asphalt. Just don’t lock the rear differential. The front wheels are open differential so no need to worry.
Great information, I just purchased a 2021 TRD Sport myself, I love the feel of the drive and looks. 👍
Congrats 👍
Kinda all common sense my friend.....but nowadays we have a lot of folks that are clueless.
That’s not common sense bud
Did not know about the requirement to put it into 4WD once a month. Been on a 2016 since year one. Lets hope no damage has been done.
Could be pretty dried out😬
Got a 2022 with 2 miles on it a month ago. Day 4 it was making a LOUD collapsed lifter sound on the passenger side of the engine when I pulled in my yard idling. Dropped it off at the dealer the next day and they said it was some issue with the direct fuel injection. I goggled this phenomenon and yes there are videos of this noise on more than just my truck but I'm still not convinced that is the whole issue. I haven't heard it again since that one time.
Hmmm….Strange 🤔
Thank you for the video. Can you tell me if you are using a leveling kit and what size tires you’re running?
Have a look: th-cam.com/video/rMU9fKxBGA0/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/PV-WhE_MOGw/w-d-xo.html
2018 off-road trim here in inferno. I recently tried 4wd without knowing i should have been using all along. It was stuck in 4wd for a while. I need to get it checked out for sure. I got it back to 2wd somehow soon after. it looks like the transfer case had an oil leak which the dealer supposedly fixed. of course they never told me about the once a month trick to date.
That’s a bummer! Hope it’s ok🤔
Do your oil change ever 5000 miles.
I was curious, I have a 2022 TRD off road with a manual transmission.
When I am going through extended stretches of highly variable off road conditions that periodically require 4-Lo, am I okay to just leave it in 4-lo even if it spans a few continuous miles of travel? I’ve heard varying opinions. Some say only use it for short stretches, but it’s only changing the gear ratio. Can’t imagine I’m damaging it as long as I keep it under 20mph?
As long as you don’t exceed the recommended max speed you should be fine👍
The Tacoma doesn’t have sudden acceleration lol, my sons has the bigger v6 trd pro and we added a pedal commander. Huge difference.
Oh it’s amazing! I wouldn’t have a Tacoma without it👍
@@RobMotive I was disappointed my sons trd. With tow package, all this kick ass features. Then with a 3 inch lift and black rhino rims and wild peak tires. It’s his first new car for his 21st bday. His first was a fusion. He kept saying it didn’t” take off” as a dad I assumed he was being a 21 yo and driving like a knuckle head .lol it was horrible. We put a pedal commander in it. And I was so suprised it actually works so good. I have. A 2011 raptor 6.2 with svt tuner The Peddal commander is more for the money.
Hey if you bought it with in 6 months and you email them, and prove you bought it.
My son was sent a black with yellow logo Peddal commander shirt. And a stack of Vynal stickers, white , black, gold, red, and yellow I believe like 2 of each. Have a great weekend.
Hay there Big Guy ;! I just got my new off road taco in January, I was wondering when should you do a first oil change ?
I do mine at 5K.
Also, don't use your parking brake in very cold temperatures and run your AC from time to time.
Have you ever had one freeze up?
@@RobMotive Yes, mainly older Ford F150s with rear drums. Saw it happen a lot on a fleet of 2004 F350s we imported into the Russian arctic. Rear parking brake cables froze all the time until we got the Russians to stop using them.
Hey Rob, what tires and rims are on your tacoma in this video?
Have a look: th-cam.com/video/PV-WhE_MOGw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=xUHmnQPyvpIUNXQd
great video. thx u Rob. I will try that 4×4 on the free way. to minimize the turning of the steering for my tire sake.
Just stay below the recommend speed 👍
Great video. Thanks for posting.
Thanks for watching 👍
Hi Rob , what your opinion on changing oil on 1000 ml.?
I wouldn't...but your truck...your rules👍
Im not Rob but I agree. The 2GR-FE V6 thats in the Tacoma has been used by Toyota for 20years. If its 10k oil change interval was an issue, the engineers wouldn’t continue to recommend it. Even when brand new. Its not 1970 anymore , modern engines and fluids are perfectly capable of lasting. That said , you can do whatever makes you feel better, it won’t hurt anything except your wallet.
Absolutely 👍
@@RobMotive ok, to many videos on 1000ml. Oil change, makes no sense. I will change 0n 5000ml.
Wow didn’t know about that 4x4 10 miles a month. Makes perfect sense though. Thanks for the information!
Thanks for watching 👍
As a younger.. never did any of that! Definitely broke my 2020 in correctly, even changed my oil at 3k. Just hit 10k and she's running smooth. I do agree it is important if you're going to keep the truck. Mrs LB20 says hello ... still misses the blue unicorn.
Howdy Mrs. LB20!!😀
I bought a 2018 TRD Off Road with only 10,000 miles on it, no clue if the guy before me put it in 4x4. Would you suspect the 4 wd be ok if I start using it monthly that’s recommended? Thanks a bunch
Who knows? Only one way to find out👍
Hey Rob, how fast can you drive when in 4 wheel drive ?
I don’t recall, but it’s in my video about 4wd👍
Howdy 🤠 Rob, great information you provided for us all, keep up the great work you do for all of us Tacoma owners. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Hey Juan! Thanks👍👍
What lift do you have on your truck? Also what size wheels and tires?
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I followed the break-in to the letter, and paid for an oil changed at 1000 miles. I plan on keeping this truck for good and will do my part to make it last.
Definitely a good idea👍
i just pick a rainy day each month and throw it in 4 wheel.
I found this 4 out of 5 you just showed
I had a fuse replaced
paid $140 .00
because it was my fall
no Toyota coverage
Would you know why my Tacoma 2019 jerks when I drive a consistent speed ? I have 78000 km on it (I believe) && I’m not tough on her, I treat her well, but she’s done this almost since I got her !
Without actually experiencing it, it’s hard to say🤔
@@RobMotive It’s annoying ! I don’t know why it does it. Only at a constant speed that it does it. I’m at 78158km. I’ve been trying to figure out the problem, I know the 2019 have fuel pump problems (recalls) but I got mine done already !
@@RobMotive But thank you, thought I’d ask ☺️
Sounds like it could be the engine missing. That could feel like a periodic jerk🤔
I was on it! The thing I didn't understand was why Toyota Care didn't change your oil until 10K
You’d think 5K😡
I asked the service department regarding heavy towing with my 2022 Tacoma near Max capacity. The service guy said that he did a lot of towing, so coming from a good source that understands the Toyota and also Towing in general.
He said with ETC on keep the gear shifter in the S position for local driving. On the highway at cruising speed it's okay to switch into the D position and let it go into overdrive. Back to S when off the highway and there will be speed fluctuations.
For going downhill he said to keep it in S and let the engine do some of the braking. It is designed for engine braking. Pulse the brakes as well. He basically said to split the workload between engine and brakes for going downhill.
I also verified that the gear shift in the S position is a gear limiter. Not a gear selector. It does not let it go above the selected gear but it will go below. They probably have some safety overrides.
We were having a discussion about this in another video and I wanted to give an update after talking to the service department.
Thanks for the update👍
8:51 I feel like your personally talking to me and I’m listening sir! I own a 2021 Toyota Corolla , I payed it off in 9 months, I’m still doing good at my delivery job so I went to buy another new But 2022 Corolla but ended up buying a 2022 Toyota Tacoma instead! I’ve only put 110 miles on it and I was wondering like you said,, do you still have to break new vehicles in,, Now I know and I will do it like you said! But I’m trying to pay it off before it has 500 miles on it so this will take a little while!
That’s great! Congrats on the new truck 👍👍
Ty g go or all your help
That’s why I don’t like 4wheel drive !
What are your thoughts on undercoating a 2019 Taco?
If you’re going to keep it for many years and your live in the snow belt…can’t hurt👍. Personally, I wouldn’t do it.
@@RobMotive I live in Michigan where they still use rock salt on the roads...Taco's used to have a bad rusting problem but do they still? Also, what would you use for undercoating?
Any untreated undercarriage will have rust issues in those conditions. As I’m not a proponent of rust proofing, I don’t have any first hand experience with the different brands/processes🤔
Rob, by the chance did you change you needle bearing?
Nope. Never had the need.
i remember reading on a FB group just right after he took out his brand new Tacoma, he went straight to the beach and literally was taking pictures and rolling shots by the sea shore...like seriously? without any type of undercarriage protection and you take it to the SALTIEST place. LOL. at least get some fluid film or something before having it take a dive down the ocean.
Definitely one of the saltiest places you could take it😬
Great info as usual Rob!!
Thanks 👍
This is awesome thanks for your kind advise
Glad to help. Thanks for watching 👍
Thank you sir for your video.
Thanks for watching 👍
I need to do the 4 wheel drive thing. Thank u
Yup! Gotta keep it lubricated👍
Thank you for this video I will do those tips. I like your bed bars , can you send me the link where you buy your bar? Thank you again for your informative video.
Thanks. Which bars are you referring to?
Hey Rob. Can you tell me the tire brand and size that you are using?
Do you have any rubbing? Is your truck lifted?
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The real hard part is driving in 4 wheel drive for 10miles since i dont off road..
Lol! Yup😬
I was in Dallas last week I should've let you know but I was with my gf and we were on vacation
Lol! That's a mere 8 hours away😬
@@RobMotive RIP we were in Richardson and went to Dallas everyday
Gotcha, baby it for the first 1k miles. Then change the oil and filter.
80-mph is just getting started in Miami😂
Just bought mine last week. Thanks for sharing. Good to know about towing too.
Congrats👍
I did everything exactly like I was supposed to break in my Tacoma when I bought it. I try to put my Tacoma in 4x4 about every 3 months but make sure road is wet because they say not to do it on dry pavement.
That means Californians would never be able to do this? 😅
1st day I had my Tacoma a grandma let her toddler granddaughter walk right out in front of me and I had to slam on my brakes so I failed that one and I also drove fast and constantly from day 1. Hopefully I'll be ok.
Yup! It’s very difficult to adhere to Toyotas recommendations 😬
LOVE IT
Yes I do
Hey rob, I’ve been looking into tacomas a lot and your videos have been extremely helpful. I know you said that this one is a 2wd and I was wondering if you thought it was that big of a difference or if the 4Wd would be better overall
Depends on your needs and personal preference. For me it’s not necessary 👍
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the part about engaging your 4 wheel drive for 10 miles once a month.. I think that they mean 10 minutes and drive it around for that much time.. 4 high.. 4 low is very slow and you will not be able to drive that around for 10 miles.😁
Nope… they mean 10 miles 👍
Drive 10 miles in 4-high or 4-low?
Depends on your speed and terrain.
@@RobMotive There should be a limited speed for each gear. 4-low is typically not much more than a crawl to 5mph. Where high could be up to 50 mph. I was just surprised the manual didn't specify which mode to run 4x4 in. Thanks for the video!
I’d run in 4high.
@@RobMotive Agreed. Thank you sir. Cheers!
In the 2023 manual, I don’t see where it says to drive in 4WD once a month.
I replace an aftermarket alternator on 2011 Tacoma and I can hear a noise of engine. Any suggestions. Thanks
No idea? Could be anything🤔
Why is my 2020 Tacoma not getting 21 gallons
Your shoes are too heavy😂
Stay safe out the is an anti-sneeze message.
Huh?
Gonna be hard not to drive continuously in low gears when their transmission tuning tries to force that
I think your videos need some Easter eggs, like the hotwheels Tacoma's I sent you.
Mines is for keep. Not buying no more vehicles
Smart choice👍
Dang. I put it in all the modes a few times. But never run it for 10 miles. Thanks for the tip Rob.
Glad to help 👍👍
Is this CarCareNut *interpreted*?
Huh?
if you dont know to break in an engine, your friends and family failed you.
Lol!😬
Uh oh. Good thing I watched this one. Ha
Lol👍
Wow, here’s a guy who can read the owners manual.
Have you read yours?
@@RobMotive Every damn page!!
Well here’s another guy who can read the owners manual! 😂
@@RobMotive Yep. Certainly don’t need to waste my time listening to you do it. Have a great day.
But look at the valuable human interaction you’ve experienced because of it! Priceless😂
Also don't drive the tacoma in 4 wheel drive over 50mpph
Maybe the problem is within the Japanese translation to English at that point in your video.