Toyota Tacoma Transmission Problem: T-SB-0094-24 Published
Toyota Tacoma T-SB-0094-24 now includes transmission, torque converter and hybrid modules. November 1, 2024 — Toyota Tacoma Transmission Replacement Technical Service Bulletin T-SB-0094-24 covers 2024 Toyota Tacoma hybrid trucks, the latest TSB cancels T-SB-0076- which only included non-hybrid Tacoma trucks twenty four. According to Toyota, T-SB-0094-24 covers the 2024 Toyota Tacoma and 2024 Tacoma Hybrid trucks, with free replacement of the automatic transmission assembly, torque converter and hybrid module. Replacement parts in the United States are covered by a 60-month or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. For Tacoma transmission replacement, Toyota dealers must find at least one of the following diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs): P07407F – Torque converter clutch actuator stuck P074571 – Pressure Control Solenoid Valve “A” Actuator Stuck P079571 – Pressure Control Solenoid Valve “C” Actuator Stuck P08BA71 – Pressure control solenoid valve “L” actuator stuck P271371 – Pressure Control Solenoid Valve “D” Actuator Stuck P280771 – Pressure Control Solenoid Valve “G” Actuator Stuck P281671 – Pressure Control Solenoid Valve…
Florida fire marshal says electric cars stuck in hurricane floods
Jimmy Patronis says electric car owners should park their vehicles outside and unplug them go through Brad Anderson 12 hours ago Authorities are aware of at least 50 fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Electric vehicle owners should keep all doors and windows open to allow gas to escape from the vehicle. Authorities also said electric vehicle owners should unplug their vehicles' 12-volt batteries. Florida Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis described electric vehicles affected by Hurricanes Helen and Milton as "ticking time bombs" because of the risk of them catching fire after coming into contact with salt water. Just days before Hurricane Milton hit, Patronis issued an important warning to all owners of vehicles equipped with lithium-ion battery packs in the wake of Hurricane Helene. He revealed that following the Helen incident, authorities had received alerts to nearly 50 fires caused by lithium-ion batteries. Of these, 11 of the fires involved electric vehicles. READ: Tesla catches…
Here’s what not to do if your car gets stuck in floodwaters
Storms are currently sweeping across the southeastern United States, causing flooding. If your car ends up with water in its engine, there is one key thing to avoid. Do not start or allow the engine to run until all water has been drained from the cylinders. A Florida man tagged Toyota in a recent post lamenting the loss of his father-in-law's 2004 Tundra pickup truck. After 350,000 miles, the man blamed the failure on storm surge entering the engine. Commenters were quick to point out that things might have been salvageable had he not started the truck. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd(" 6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); "My father-in-law purchased this truck new in 2004 and put 350,000 miles on it. The storm surge from Hurricane Helena was the only thing that could take it out. This truck was a real workhorse. RIP," Brett Herrington said on Facebook.…
Toyota Tacoma Transmission Problem: T-SB-0076-24 Published
Some 2024 Toyota Tacoma trucks will feature new transmissions and torque converters. September 30, 2024 — Toyota Tacoma Transmission issues have resulted in some 2024 Toyota Tacoma trucks requiring free automatic transmission and torque converter replacement Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) T-SB- 0076-24. According to Toyota, some 2024 Tacomas may illuminate a warning light, setting one or more of the following diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs): P07407F - Torque Converter Clutch Actuator Stuck P079571 - Pressure Control Solenoid Valve "C" Actuator Stuck PO8BA71 - Pressure control solenoid valve "L" actuator stuck P271371 - Pressure Control Solenoid Valve "D" Actuator Stuck P280771 - Pressure Control Solenoid Valve "G" Actuator Stuck P281671 - Pressure Control Solenoid Valve "H" Actuator Stuck Toyota says that if none of the above DTCs are present, TSB will not apply even if the malfunction warning light is activated. Toyota Tacoma T-SB-0076-24 The following production changes for two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive trucks manufactured in Mexico are valid for trucks…
Crane unable to pull stuck truck out: Mahindra Thar
Over the past few years, the Mahindra Thar has proven itself to be a tough off-roader. We have seen this SUV perform well off-road. Moreover, this SUV has even proved itself to be a great rescue vehicle. Recently, a video was shared online showing the Mahindra Thar rescuing a truck stuck in the mud of an overpass. The rescue mission was initially attempted by a crane. However, it failed to complete the task. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Praveen Bhaskaran (@ilostdimension) Mahindra Thar rescues truck stuck in mud I Lost Dimension shared a video of the Mahindra Thar rescue truck on Instagram. The video starts with a shot of a truck tied to a crane under an overpass. It can be seen that there is a large puddle of water there, and the entire road has become muddy and slippery. The truck is likely stuck because of this reason. Crane failed to free truck…
Crane unable to pull stuck truck out: Mahindra Thar
Over the past few years, the Mahindra Thar has proven itself to be a tough off-roader. We have seen this SUV perform well off-road. Moreover, this SUV has even proved itself to be a great rescue vehicle. Recently, a video was shared online showing the Mahindra Thar rescuing a truck stuck in the mud of an overpass. The rescue mission was initially attempted by a crane. However, it failed to complete the task. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Praveen Bhaskaran (@ilostdimension) Mahindra Thar rescues truck stuck in mud I Lost Dimension shared a video of the Mahindra Thar rescue truck on Instagram. The video starts with a shot of a truck tied to a crane under an overpass. It can be seen that there is a large puddle of water there, and the entire road has become muddy and slippery. The truck is likely stuck because of this reason. Crane failed to free truck…