Key Fob Battery Change

After a few years of daily use, the battery inside the key fob remote control for the keyless entry system of a third generation (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and probably also the 2022 and 2023 model years) Toyota Tacoma pickup truck can become weak or stop working entirely.

Check out the DIY instructions for changing the battery (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Map Light Bulbs Change

If you need to change a burnt out map light bulb in the overhead console of your Tacoma (or upgrade them both to brighter LED units), take a look at my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Vanity Mirror Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out vanity mirror light bulb in the sun visor of your Tacoma (or upgrade all of the bulbs to brighter LEDs), check out the DIY steps for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Dome Light Bulb Change

If you need to change a burnt out dome light bulb in the overhead housing attached to the headliner of your Tacoma (or upgrade it to a brighter LED unit), check out my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Cabin Air Filter Change

If the air conditioning system in your 3rd generation (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and probably also the 2022 and 2023 model years - 4th gen is expected in 2024) Toyota Tacoma hasn't been working well recently, you probably need to clean or replace the A/C system's cabin air filter in the HVAC blower motor housing.

To view the DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers), click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Door Panel Removal

If you'd like to upgrade the OEM speakers in your Tacoma, you'll first have to take off the plastic interior door panels.

Check out the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement aftermarket speaker sizes) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Shift Lock Release

If you need to manually move your Tacoma due to running out of gas, a dead 12V battery or needing to be towed due to some other mechanical issue, you'll first have to release the automatic transmission shift lock mechanism to move the gear selector from "Park" to "Neutral".

Take a look at the DIY steps for the procedure by clicking on the text link or thumbnail.

Tail Light Bulbs Change

The tail light housings of a third generation (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021) Toyota Tacoma pickup truck contain the brake, rear turn signal and reverse light bulbs.

To view the DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers), click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

License Plate Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out license plate light bulb in the rear bumper of your Tacoma (or upgrade them both to brighter LED units), check out the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Windshield Wiper Blades

If you've been having trouble seeing out of the front windshield window of your Tacoma when it's raining or snowing, you probably need to change the wiper blades.

To view the DIY instructions for the procedure (with the OEM wiper blade sizes in inches and the compatible replacement part numbers) click on the text link or thumbnail image.

Engine Air Filter Change

According to the owner's manual, the engine air filter element for the 2GR-FKS 3.5 liter V6 engine in a 3rd generation Tacoma should be changed every 30,000 miles or at least every 36 months.

Check out the DIY steps for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Headlight Bulbs Change

The headlight housings of a 3rd generation (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and probably also 2022 and 2023 - 4th gen. is expected for the 2024 model year) contain the low beam, high beam, front turn signal and the front side marker light bulbs.

Take a look at the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left side.

Fog Light Bulbs Change

If you need to change a burnt out fog light bulb in the front bumper cover of your Tacoma (or upgrade them both to brighter LED units), check out my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left side of this paragraph.

Spark Plugs Change

The iridium tipped OEM spark plugs in a 3rd generation Tacoma should be changed every 60,000 miles or at least every 72 months.

To view my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Electrical Fuse Change

The best place to start when troubleshooting any electrical problem with your Tacoma is to check for a blown fuse or a faulty relay in either the engine bay or the interior passenger compartment electrical panels.

Take a look at the DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement fuse types) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

12V Battery Change

If you've been having difficulty starting the engine in your Tacoma on a cold morning and the OEM 12V battery is a few years old, you probably need to replace it.

Check out the DIY directions for the procedure (with the OEM group size and the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

3.5L V6 Oil Change

The best way to keep your Tacoma running reliably for decades is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter on the 2GR-FKS 3.5 liter V6 engine.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement filter part numbers), click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Camshaft Sensors

If your Tacoma hasn't been running well recently including stalling, rough idling, lower fuel economy (reduced MPG), poor acceleration or a CEL / SES (check engine / service engine soon) warning light has appeared on the dashboard, you may need to change a faulty camshaft position sensor which is part of the VVT-i system.

Take a look at the DIY steps for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Front Brake Pads Change

If you've been hearing a scraping, screeching or squealing sound sound coming from the front end of your Tacoma when you step on the brake pedal, you may need to change the front disc brake pads.

Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.