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 second generation (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Toyota Tacoma can become weak or stop working entirely.

Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (including the replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left.

Map Light Bulbs Change

If you need to change a burnt out map light bulb in the overhead console of your 2nd generation Toyota Tacoma, check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Dome Light Bulb Change

If you need to change a burnt out dome light bulb above the backseat passenger seats in your second generation (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Toyota Tacoma, check out my DIY tutorial with the replacement part numbers by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Vanity Mirror Light Bulb

The sun visors in a 2nd generation Toyota Tacoma are equipped with a vanity mirror and a light. If you need to change a burnt out light bulb, click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left to view my DIY tutorial with the replacement part number.

3rd Brake Light Bulb

If you need to change a burnt out high mount third brake light bulb on your Toyota Tacoma truck, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (including the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

HVAC Cabin Air Filter

If the air conditioning system in your second generation (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Toyota Tacoma hasn't been working as well recently or the vents smells musty, you probably need to clean or replace the cabin air filter element.

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

Wiper Blades Change

If you've been having a hard time seeing out of the front windshield window of your Toyota Tacoma during a rain or snow storm, you probably need to change the wiper blades.

Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the OEM blade sizes in inches and the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left side of this paragraph.

License Plate Light Bulbs

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

Tail Light Bulbs Change

The tail light housings of a second generation (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Toyota Tacoma pickup truck contain the brake, rear turn signal and reverse light bulb.

To view my DIY tutorial for changing the tail light bulbs (with the replacement part numbers) click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Headlight Bulbs Change

The headlight housings of a 2nd generation Toyota Tacoma contain the dual filament combination low & high beam bulb, front turn signal and side marker light bulbs.

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

Electrical Fuse Change

The best place to start when troubleshooting any electrical problem with your second generation (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Toyota Tacoma pickup truck is to check for a faulty or "blown" fuse or relay in either the engine bay or interior passenger compartment electrical panels.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Fog Light Bulb Change

If you need to change a burnt fog light bulb in the front bumper cover of your 2nd generation Toyota Tacoma, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Engine Air Filter Change

The engine air filter element for a second generation Toyota Tacoma with the 1GR-FE 4.0 liter V6 motor should be cleaned at every oil change and replaced every 30,000 to 60,000 miles depending on your driving conditions.

Take a look at my DIY tutorial for the procedure (including the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Door Panel Removal

If you'd like to upgrade the OEM door speakers in your 2nd generation (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Toyota Tacoma pickup truck, you'll first have to take off the plastic interior door panels.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Spark Plug Change

The OEM Denso and NGK copper spark plugs in a 2nd generation 2005 to 2015 Toyota Tacoma with the 4.0 liter V6 1GR-FE engine should be changed every 30,000 miles.

Take a look at my DIY tutorial for checking or changing the spark plugs by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left.

PCV Valve Change

The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve should be checked about every 30,000 miles and replaced when it doesn't have a normal "rattle" sound and/or your engine has a rough idle.

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

V6 Engine Oil Change

The best way to keep your second generation (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Toyota Tacoma pickup truck running reliably is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter.

Other owners of vehicles with the 1GR-FE such as the 4Runner, Hilux, Land Cruiser, Tundra, Fortuner, FJ Cruiser and Lexus GX 400 might also find the DIY guide to be helpful.

12V Car Battery Change

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

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the OEM group size and replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

Serpentine Belt Change

If the OEM serpentine accessory drive belt on the 1GR-FE 4.0 liter V6 engine in your 2nd generation Toyota Tacoma has been squealing, squeaking, chirping or screeching, you might need to replace it.

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

Front Brake Pads Change

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

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure, including the replacement part numbers, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.