Electronically Bypassing The Tundra’s Air Injection System (Hypothetically Speaking)
UPDATE: We have recently become aware of a module that “fixes” this issue. See https://tundraheadquarters.com/2012/10/24/air-injection-system-bypass-module for more details.
If you own a second generation Tundra, something you should be aware of is an apparent design flaw in the Tundra’s air injection system. While the likelihood of having this problem is probably pretty low (most of the dealers we talk to report this as a fairly rare problem), you never know if it could strike your Tundra.
Some trucks are covered under warranty (see the link above for more details), but if your truck has this problem and it’s not covered, you don’t have a lot of options. You can either rebuild the pumps and/or remove and clean the valves yourself, or you can pay your dealer a few thousand bucks to put in new parts…or maybe, hypothetically speaking, you might be to bypass the issue altogether… Read more…
Tundra Caters To “Sophisticated” Buyers?
The Truth About Cars (TTAC) usually does a nice job of presenting ideas that aren’t necessarily “main stream” automotive news, and for that they should be recognized. However, their recent blog post The Toyota Tundra: The Quiche Truck is a bit of a blunder. Not only does it mis-represent some key facts about the Tundra, it seems to recycle some commonly held views that don’t match reality. Here’s where it falls apart: Read more…
Stinky Air Conditioning and A/C Misting Services
Does the air coming out of your climate control vents smell like your grandma’s cellar? If so, you’ve probably got a little mold or mildew growing in the evaporator and/or duct work. To get rid of it, you’ve got three options:
1. You can shut off your A/C a mile or two before your destination but leave the fan speed set to HI. This will help dry out the system and keep the little guys from growing. Hopefully, they’ll die out.
2. You can use some chemical weapons on the fungi, bacteria, etc.
3. You can take the A/C apart, clean up the evap and any duct work you can get to, and then put it all back together.
Ready to get started? Here’s how you go about it: Read more…
Toyota – Free Maintenance For Two Years or 25k Miles
Toyota just announced that they will be offering free maintenance on all Toyota and Scion models for either two years or 25k miles, whichever comes first. This free two year 25k mile maintenance plan will include:
- As many as 5 oil changes or as few as 2 oil changes (depending on model)
- 5 tire rotations
- 24 hour roadside assistance
- Various chassis inspections and minor maintenance items
Why is Toyota offering free maintenance? Because… Read more…
A Little Bit About Automotive Glass – Truck Tech
Reading Toyota’s official description of the 2011 Tundra, you’ll find the following lines about glass:
Standard High Solar Energy Absorbing (HSEA) glass helps filter solar heat and most UV (skin-sensitive) light energy entering the vehicle. This reduces occupants’ sun exposure, helps to keep the interior cooler and enhances durability of interior materials. Limited grade models receive standard IR-cut glass, further reducing solar levels.
The question is, What the heck are “High Solar Energy Absorbing” glass and “IR-Cut” glass, and how do they work? Read more…
