Tuesday, November 12, 2013
How do I Troubleshoot a Toyota SR5 FWD Pickup for Free
The Toyota SR5 FWD is a pickup track that allows people to haul or tow trailers, boats, or even other cars. If you are having problems with your SR5, there are a few things that you can do before you pay for a mechanic to look the vehicle over. Common issues are found in the battery, fuel tank, and the cooling system of the truck. You dont have to spend money to get your SR5 back on the road. You can do it yourself with little hassle.
Instructions
- 1
Insert your key into the SR5 and turn it so the electrical instrument panel lights up. Check over the fuel level in your trucks gas tank. If the fuel level is low enough for the truck not to start, fill the gas tank with fuel. If the instrument panel doesnt light up, you need to check your battery.
2Pop the hood to the SR5 with the hood latch under the steering wheel. Open the hood and engage the hood rod to keep the hood up. Check over the battery connections. The battery is the black box with a black and red terminal coming off of it. Use a pair of insulated pliers to tighten the connection.
3Clean the battery terminals if you find any corrosion on them. You can clean the terminals with a wire brush a little bit of soda. The carbonation from the soda will eat away the corrosion. Put the terminals back onto the battery and then try to restart the truck.
4Check over the cooling system if you are having problems with your SR5 overheating. The coolant tank is on the left side of the engine block. Make sure that you have enough coolant so its up to the fill line on the side of the tank. Fill the coolant tank with enough coolant so it reaches the fill line.
5Climb under the truck and locate the starter on the right side of the engine. This is a small black box. Have a friend turn the ignition. If you hear a buzzing noise from the starter, you need to have a professional replace it.
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