How to tell if your Toyota Tacoma compass is bad?
An easy indicator to tell if your overhead compass or temp sensor is bad (other than the obvious that it doesn’t work…) is to simply shake it after removing it from console. Mine had the fallen resistor and solder bouncing around. Anyways, the replacement works well. No complaints.
What’s the temperature gauge on a Toyota Tacoma?
There’s good videos on you tube if needed. The stock temperature and compass gauge in the 2006 Tacomas are crap! After soldering the faulty PC board so many times, it finally took a dump. An exact OEM replacement took its place but it too required the same diaper.
What is the part number on a Toyota Tacoma?
These are known for pre-mature failure. This is the NEW updated part from Toyota. This is just for the electrical meter, not the entire roof console box! Part number is 83290-04030. This was found in 2005-2008 Toyota Tacoma Sport edition trucks.
Do you need to calibrate the Toyota compass?
According to the Toyota technical bulletin, you’ll need to calibrate the compass. The procedure should be in your owner’s manual. Best of luck and it really is a piece of cake. Taking your time it ought to be now more than a 10 minute job ( unless you lose a clip and don’t have a spare).
Where is the temperature and direction display located on a Toyota Tacoma?
This auction is for the display that illuminates the temperature and direction on the roof between your visors. These are known for pre-mature failure. This is the NEW updated part from Toyota. This is just for the electrical meter, not the entire roof console box! Part number is 83290-04030.
What to do if your Toyota Tacoma pops off?
I recommend that you stop by (maybe call first) your local Toyota dealer and purchase 2 new clips because they do pop off occasionally and can migrate into the headliner. I’d also recommend using 2 hands to pull the unit down – one on each side of the front. That puts less torque on the plastic.