Where does the vibration come from on a Toyota Tacoma?
The fix talks about a variety of ways to address it related to the rear engine mount, rear leaf springs and a steering wheel damper. This leads one to believe that Toyota believes the issue comes from the rear of the vehicle. Will axle shims address the issue?
Why does the harmonic balancer on my Buick wobble?
The balancer is packed with rubber that comes loose over time and causes a wobble. On one of mine it sheared the crank sensor and the car was dead. On another pretty new Buick it caused a leak from the front seal. So yeah, a wobble is not normal and the balancer needs to be replaced.
What’s the problem with my Toyota Tacoma drive shaft?
Owners like those on Toyota Tacoma forums like Tacomaworld.com say the issue is about angles and the two-piece drive shaft. There are many owners who have decided to address the issue on their own and work out their own fixes. One of the common fixes deals with inserting shims to change this angle.
What kind of tires do Tacoma 4x4s use?
So, a little over a year ago I bought new tires for my 2005 Tacoma 4×4 and went up from 265’s to 275’s with some really nice Pirelli Scorpion ATR’s, problem was, I started noticing some serious wobbling in both the steering wheel and the front end in general, it seemed to be at certain speeds.
Why does my Toyota Tacoma shudder when driving?
In order to understand this issue, we went to a local Toyota dealer and took a Tacoma out for a few hours. We drove highways and streets, up hill and down. The truck performed admirably except when driving 15-25 mph through different school zones or up hill. The fact is that it shuddered through the seat and a little on the steering wheel.
Is there a TSB for Toyota Tacoma driveline?
Toyota has issued another TSB for the driveline vibration issue. This perplexing problem affects an inconsistent amount of trucks. We have heard trucks on the same lot can have varying severity of vibration.
What’s the best way to lift a Toyota Tacoma?
Latest advice from several mechanics quite familiar with lifts, all with years of Toyota experience: They ALL say to tilt the rear pinion UP so that it points directly at the second rear-most half of your drive shaft, as perfectly direct as you can get it.
Is the Toyota Tacoma a dependable vehicle?
The Toyota Tacoma, long known as the king of compact truck sales is one durable and dependable vehicle. Yet, it has one big detractor, it vibrates unnecessarily in certain driving situations.