Recent content by Backspin

I wonder if they use the same engine? Just found a little more info, and it seems this is a common problem on certain Tundras and Sequoias: Toyota Warranties Air Pump System - Reimbursement Available | Tundra Headquarters If they have the same engine as the 4Runner, I would think this extended...

I guess I'll just have to tolerate it... Yes, it's the secondary air pump. From what I gather, its sole purpose seems to be to inject more air into the exhaust for a few seconds during startup to aid the catalytic converter in efficiency. I looked at the service manual, and indeed, the pump is...

Something different today...I didn't hear the same noise, but I did get a check engine light and a VSC indicator lit, and a TRAC indicator lit on the instrument panel. I ran obdII diagnostic for the check engine light, and came back with two: Current -P2445 Powertrain: Secondary Air Injection...

For the past few mornings, upon starting my 2006 4R (V8), I hear a loud whirring or revving noise, which stops after about 30 seconds. To me it sounds like an electric motor, perhaps powering a pump. Sometimes it starts right when the engine starts, and sometimes a few seconds afterward. It's...

Thanks for the tip...I did just that: Called in, they didn't have it in stock but ordered it. They had it 4 days later and replaced it under warranty. FWIW, the service tech said he's seen quite a few of these go missing from '06 models. Thanks again!

Thanks for the info. Just out of curiosity, how long did it take to get the new part?

I searched for other posts regarding missing roof rack bolt covers, and one of them mentioned this might be a warranty-related item. Does anyone know if that's the case? I've got an '06 SR5, and the left rear roof rack bolt cover either was blown off while the vehicle was underway, or it was the...

Greetings, all... I'm the proud new owner of an '06 Toyota 4Runner. I've wanted one for years, and was finally able to get one. Needless to say, I'm pretty happy. It's an SR5 V8. Got the 4X2 because the part of Florida I live in is flatter than my girlfrie....Well, let's just say there ain't a...