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    Rear Liftgate Struts Blown

    Yep. But I went with Toyota parts and they are pricey. I didn't want to guess on the ratings and don't want to waste my time screwing with OEM or worse suppliers. To each their own. C
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    Rear Liftgate Struts Blown

    '13 Ltd w/ 62k - hatch struts bad I just ordered replacement struts for my '13 Ltd w/ 62K. Interesting that the struts seemed to go bad quickly. Not very Toyota like... Total incl delivery was $271.
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    S#!TTY Day at the Dealership

    file a case with the Toyota corporate complaint department. IF you sense you are being jerked around, file a case with the Toyota corporate complaint department. Give the dealer a chance, but don't hesitate to escalate to get resolution. Good luck and ignore those that like to put people down...
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    Automatic Running Boards Issue

    auto running board - driver side is beginning to fail Bummer! My driver side is beginning to fail. It would sometimes retract once I was moving, then recently I had to use pressure from my foot to get ti too retract. I will say the failure to retract is inconsistent, but at some point I...
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    2013 LTD Rear Differential Leak at drain plug

    update? Any update BHunter23? A year later and my diff is nice and leak free.
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    Scratches on a 14TE - What would you do?

    '13 Ltd was keyed New Years Eve - triggered liberal... I wanted to add that my '13 Ltd was keyed New Years Eve while parked in my driveway! I have the pearl white, and properly repairing the drivers door will cost $908. Ouch! I checked with a detail shop and they said they could not buff it...
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    2013 LTD Rear Differential Leak at drain plug

    I will respond with my contact info in your PM shortly, but wanted to add some color for the benefit of the forum. I was told that Toyota made the dealer thoroughly document (incl. pics) the issue and the corrective action. The dealer that sold me the vehicle and did the service/repair under...
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    20 inch wheels on LIMITED

    Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2's in 275/55R20 Well... it was time for tires before the next inspection (41K+ on orig tires), and I decided to go with the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2's in 275/55R20 over the Nitto TG's due to very limited off-road use. Note there are different sidewall stiffness...
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    Brake Assist - Panic Stop (Tire Pressure)

    in a turn, it can cause issues... When the auto panic brake activates (when not desired) when driving straight, it can be very annoying. When the auto panic brake activates when driving in a turn, it can cause the truck to fish tale a bit - essentially requiring the stabilization system to...
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    Rear Spring Setups for Heavy Loads

    AirLift 1000 bags??? Not sure if you are talking having a heavy person in the truck, or having weight on the hitch. If your weight issue is only part time, you could consider air lift bags that fit inside the springs. I tow a boat above the max, and by adding 25 lbs of air to each bag, the...
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    2013 LTD Rear Differential Leak at drain plug

    Could this be the end...??? I received the 4R back today after it spent two days at McGeorge Toyota in Richmond, VA. The good: - they had ordered and received the rear differential housing before my appointment. - I was provided a Camry rental at no charge - I was not charged for the repair...
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    Put 275/55/20 Nitto Terra Grapplers on my Limited today

    Well... it was time for tires before the next inspection (41K+ on orig tires), and I decided to go with the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2's in 275/55R20 over the Nitto TG's due to very limited off-road use. Note there are different sidewall stiffness options, and I went with the lesser stiffness...
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    2013 LTD Rear Differential Leak at drain plug

    leak was weeping drain plug weld The regional service rep from Toyota inspected the truck yesterday, and the verdict was the rear differential drain plug weld was clearly weeping gear lube (confirmed with dye). Toyota will be paying to replace the rear differential housing with a new part. It...
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    Post your Blizzard Pearls here...

    ~original[/IMG] '13 Ltd and '13 Cobalt 232.
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    2013 LTD Rear Differential Leak at drain plug

    the rear diff leak is back... Happy summer friends! I was out in the drive today and much to my surprise, noticed what appeared to be new oil drippings in the approximate area where I park the 4Runner. A quick peek confirmed the leak is back. By the volume on the drive, I would estimate it has...

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