2004 - Taco- 6cyl - Temp Gage

Got about 1,000 miles on it. The temp gage is slightly (but noticeably) past the halfway mark with and without the A/C on. No other car I've ever owned ran this hot including a 95 Camry. Will it come down or is it normal for this engine?

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Mike R
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on my '03, the gauge has always been exactly at the 1/2 way mark. Probably nothing to worry about but I'd check your coolant level and fan clutch as well. Chances are you have a thermostat that opens at slightly higher temps than average.

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TacomaDude

I'll probably try to beat the dealer into replacing the thermostat @ 5,000 miles. Thanks for the info.

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Mike R

Off subject but what kind of mileage are you getting, 2w or 4w?

I was thinking of tradeing in my CR-V for a 4 door 4x4 auto, don't know if I will be happy with the reduced mpg.

Thanks

Tom

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tflfb

Double Cab - 4X4

so far...

16.5 city 20.5 highway @ 75 mph

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Mike R

I get 18.2 mpg no matter highway or city, in the winter time about

17.5mpg, I have a '03 4wd V6 5 speed TRD offroad, it's a pretty th> Double Cab - 4X4
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TacomaDude

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