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The 2017 Toyota Tacoma is a robust double cab truck powered by a 3.5L V6 engine, delivering 278 hp. It features 4WD and comes in various trims like SR5, TRD Off Road, and TRD Sport. Safety features include front, side, knee, and curtain airbags. This model is manufactured in Baja California, Mexico, with a base price of $32,195.

Decoded VIN:

Make

TOYOTA

Manufacturer Name

TOYOTA MOTOR MFG DE BAJA CALIFORNIA S DE RL DE CV

Model

Tacoma

Model Year

2017

Series

GRN310L

Trim

SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport

Vehicle Type

TRUCK

Plant Country

MEXICO

Plant Company Name

Toyota Motor Mfg de baja California S de RL de CV

Plant State

BAJA CALIFORNIA

Trim2

Double Cab Long Bed

Note

Cab: Double

Base Price ($)

32195

Body Class

Pickup

Doors

Wheel Base Type

Super Long

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)

Bed Type

Long

Cab Type

Extra/Super/Quad/Double/King/Extended

Drive Type

4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

3500.0

Displacement (CI)

213.58310433156

Displacement (L)

3.5

Engine Model

2GR-FKS

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Configuration

V-Shaped

Engine Brake (hp) From

278

Other Engine Info

PORT+CHAMBER

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Curtain Air Bag Locations

All Rows

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Knee Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

Commonly reported in the 2GR-FKS engine, oil leaks can occur from the timing cover or valve cover gaskets, leading to reduced oil levels and potential engine damage if not addressed.

Cooling system issues

The V-shaped configuration can sometimes lead to uneven cooling, potentially causing overheating in one bank of cylinders. This may result in engine knock or even head gasket failure if not properly managed.

Fuel injector problems

Known to have issues with fuel injectors, which can cause rough idling, poor acceleration, and decreased fuel efficiency. This is sometimes due to carbon build-up or injector clogging.

Timing chain tensioner failures

The 2GR-FKS engine has been reported to have issues with the timing chain tensioner, which can lead to a rattling noise on startup and potential engine timing problems if the tensioner fails completely.

Carbon build-up

Direct injection engines like the 2GR-FKS often suffer from carbon build-up on the intake valves, which can cause reduced performance, misfires, and poor fuel economy.

Transmission shifting issues

Although not directly an engine problem, the 2017 Tacoma has reported issues with rough or delayed shifting, which can affect overall vehicle performance and may be mistaken for engine trouble.

Engine knock

Some users report engine knocking sounds, often due to low-quality fuel or pre-detonation issues. This can be particularly noticeable under load or during acceleration.

Sensor failures

Issues with sensors such as the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor or Oxygen (O2) sensors can lead to incorrect air-fuel mixture readings, causing poor engine performance and increased emissions.

Excessive oil consumption

Some 2017 Tacoma owners have reported higher than normal oil consumption, which can be attributed to piston ring wear or valve guide seals wearing out prematurely.

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