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How do I find my "engine type"?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by NorrinRadd, Mar 4, 2020.

  1. Mar 4, 2020 at 5:29 AM
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    NorrinRadd

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    I bought a new manual 2019 TRD Sport in December (last one in the PNW, apparently.) Browsing TSB's I keep seeing references to an engine type, such as "2GR-FKS engine". How do I determine my truck's engine type?
     
  2. Mar 4, 2020 at 5:30 AM
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    Marek71

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    I believe it's printed under the hood.
     
  3. Mar 4, 2020 at 5:31 AM
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    TacoRated

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    That’s the 3.5 liter V6. I’m pretty sure all TRD Sports have that.
     
  4. Mar 4, 2020 at 5:34 AM
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    NorrinRadd

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    I'll take a look, thanks!
     
  5. Mar 4, 2020 at 5:35 AM
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    NorrinRadd

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    Yep, but I need the "technical" engine type to match against the service bulletins.
     
  6. Mar 4, 2020 at 5:37 AM
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    GreyBaldTaco

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    Do you have a v6 or 4 banger? If a v6 you already have the right answer its 2GR-FKS
     
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    Lt. Dangle

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    Just log onto your Toyota owners page at Toyota and it will have all your vehicle specs. You will need your VIN.
     
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    Riotfunk

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    Theres a big plastic engine cover that says the 3.5. Just pop the hood, all the info is right there
     
  9. Mar 4, 2020 at 6:16 AM
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    Speedfreak

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    Since you have a 6 speed manual and the 2.7L 2TR-FE I4 engine only had a 5 speed manual and had also dropped the manual after 2017, you will find that you have a 3.5L 2GR-FKS V6 engine under the hood of your truck.
     
  10. Mar 4, 2020 at 6:18 AM
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    BuzzardsGottaEat

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    If you need to confirm just check their minivan and old man hauler. Same engine in all three ;)
     
  11. Mar 4, 2020 at 6:36 AM
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    NorrinRadd

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    Thanks everyone, appreciate the fast help!
     

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