Norteno Report post Posted April 13, 2015 I finally picked up a loaded 2010 Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4x4 to replace my 2000 prerunner. I usually like doing all my own maintenance and small repair jobs when possible, but with a new baby I have absolutely no time to spend on my truck. I have an annoying squealing sound coming from the drivetrain and I can't pinpoint the noise. So far I ruled out the front brakes which I thought it was and I've greased all my u-joints. I also replaced the front diff and transfer case gear oil since I was unsure when it was done last. I also ruled out the accessory belts since the noise doesn't change with rpm. I still think the problem is a u-joint or carrier bearing. I can only drive around a parking lot with my head stuck out the door for so long. I also hate to just throw parts at it trying to solve the problem. Can anyone recommend a good mechanic in the East Valley to take my truck to. I do not want to take it to the stealership. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PRDATR Report post Posted April 13, 2015 I had Big D Truck and Auto recommended to me to replace the fuel injectors. That is still a few weeks out due to the cost. There shop is on McKellips and about Horne. 480-969-5403 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muledeerarea33? Report post Posted April 13, 2015 If its a rotational noise I'd look at the carrier bearing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AverageJoe Report post Posted April 13, 2015 Tacomaworld.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AverageJoe Report post Posted April 13, 2015 Imo small repair shops will screw you over much more than the dealership. I always received great service at earnhardt toyota when i had my tacoma. Now i have an FJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AverageJoe Report post Posted April 13, 2015 I learned a lot from tacomaworld. There is not a single problem that you will have on your tacoma that has not already been discussed there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muledeerarea33? Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Tacoma world is a good site and a good source but it doesn't diagnose your problem. Just like this site, it doesn't give you GPS to a record buck. Good resource but proper diag saves you money and time in the long run. Are you getting any vibration? If so, steering wheel or in your seat? When it happens if you throw it in neutral does it go away? Worse on turns, U-turns, straight freeway, speed it happens? All the questions an advisor needs to ask but they don't. Pisses off techs more than anything to have half the info. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LifeFeedsOnLife Report post Posted April 14, 2015 I'd look at the carrier bearing as well. I'll be replacing mine as soon as the semester is over and I have time. Hefner's in Mesa has always treated me well. My dad uses Auto Vaun's but he's more expensive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muledeerarea33? Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Factory carrier and the u joint behind it is around 250 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norteno Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Tacoma world is a good site and a good source but it doesn't diagnose your problem. Just like this site, it doesn't give you GPS to a record buck. Good resource but proper diag saves you money and time in the long run. Are you getting any vibration? If so, steering wheel or in your seat? When it happens if you throw it in neutral does it go away? Worse on turns, U-turns, straight freeway, speed it happens? All the questions an advisor needs to ask but they don't. Pisses off techs more than anything to have half the info. I agree, tacomaworld is s great resource. What I don't have is time. There is no vibration and the noise is consistent with driveshaft speed, even in neutral. My next troubleshooting step would be to put the rears on jacks, put it in neutral and spin the driveshaft/wheels. If needed have someone run it in gear. (Sketchy). The problem again is time. That is why I'm ready to throw in the towel and just take it in. In the same way guys are posting hoping to be given that honey hole I was hoping we had a Toyota master tech on here who would offer to bring my truck into the dealer after hours. Lol Thanks for the help 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AverageJoe Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Manual or automatic? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norteno Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Manual or automatic? Automatic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AverageJoe Report post Posted April 14, 2015 http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/121089-video-bad-carrier-bearing.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AverageJoe Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Looks like there is a tsb out for 2010 carrier bearing mounts. Even if the truck is out of warranty some places will still fix it under the tsb guidelines. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
257 STW Report post Posted April 14, 2015 I had similar noise in my 06 tacoma replaced the carrier bearing and it went away Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
