Hey group,does anyone know how hard it is to replace or adjust a tv cable on a tacoma?the transmission is slipping bad.It was slipping 2 years ago and the dealer replaced the tv cable.Its showing the same symptoms as then.Thanks for any advice.Shawn
I'm not sure what you mean by a "tv" cable, but assuming that you mean the throttle cable for an automatic transmission, it will not have any effect on a slipping transmission. A slipping transmission is usually caused by worn friction surfaces, low pressures, bad automatic transmission fluid (ATF), leaking valves, or weak springs. One of the symptoms of a slipping transmission is ATF that is black or has a burnt smell.
A mis-adjusted throttle cable will affect how the transmission shifts.
Adjusting the throttle cable is not technically difficult - there is a specification in the factory service manual, and you probably have to remove the automatic transmission pan to gain access so plan on changing the ATF while you are at it and replacing the pan gasket. Make sure you get the correct type of ATF - it will be marked on the transmission dipstick and in your owner's manual. You can get online access to factory service manuals at techinfo.toyota.com for $10/day.
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