Recently bought a 2001 tacoma. When I shift from 1st to reverse
there is a bit of a (clunk?) Actually it seems to have some play
in it. Also when parking on a slight incline and let off the
break it rolls a couple inches. Is this anything to worry about

I've installed XM, and I listen to CD's with the factory 6 disc.  It's
_ok_ sounding, but I think it could be better, even without a new head
unit.
Does anyone have any direct fit speaker suggestions?

Anyone know how to disable the open door ringer?
Thanks

How are you supposed to take the spare tire down?
jj
PS  If you'd prefer to answer this via e:mail just take one of the zeroes
out of my return address.

   I had a flat tire and took it to my Toyota dealer to have it
fixed.  I was surprised when he said they no longer patch them but
plug them.  I didn't think plugging was used anymore, especially on a
front tire.  Don't think I will go back there anymore.

Got a '96 T100, V6.
On startup, the darn engine races to about 2000 then slows down gradually
over a few minutes.  How can I turn that cold idle down -- way, way down??

Just yesterday my '95 4Runner with the V6 and 108k miles, blew a head
gasket.  I have been told during previous trips to the dealership that
my 4 Runner was not covered by the recall. This means I will have to
pay for the repairs, approx $2000.  Has anybody else been successful in

I've been to 3 local parts stores and nobody has a service manual for
my 2003 4WD 3.4L V6 Tacoma. Will the will '00 version suffice?
Thanks in advance,
L. Brennan

Under the hood of a '96 T100, there's a sticker for "motorvation.biz"
engine computer chips. My engine is running lean enough for the check
engine light to come on - even after replacing the oxygen sensors.
Where is the computer chip located?  What should an OEM computer chip look

Why does the battery of the 2000 Tundra develop so much corrosion on the
terminals and hold down bracket?  What is the best way to control this build
up?

Does anyone know what would cause reverse lights not to come on when truck
is put into reverse? It has an auto tranny. Is there a switch somewhere that
activates them? I thought it was the bulbs but it's not. The truck doesn't
pass its inspection because of the back-ups don't light ...

Just bought a 2001. Manual says change the oil every 5000 miles.
Every other vehicle I have owned had to be changed at 3000 or
3500. I don't think the oil is better today so why 5000?  I drive
100 miles a day to and from work and would love to change every

I have a 99 Tacoma 2.4 liter.
The plug wires are recessed very much to accommodate the plugs.
Is there some secret to get the wires to fit proper on the plug.
I had to tap the wire with a small mallet to make sure it fit on the

Anyone know of a quality keyless entry/alarm that will fit a '96 T100?
Truck already has power locks.  

   Has anyone removed the headliner in their RAV4?  I have a
98 RAV4 and want to put an antenna on top and it would be easier
to do if I could get under the headliner.  Any hints or ideas on doing
this?