2002 tacoma changed battery everything works but doesn't turn over. turn on key and flashers begin clicking but truck is dead

Asked by fxlrrider Jul 27, 2016 at 10:14 PM about the 2002 Toyota Tacoma

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Seems like a security lock out.

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CtRacer_x answered 7 years ago

Was your truck equipped with Locktronics? If so, then you need that in order to turn off the immobilizer. However what you're describing also may be a failed starter (they do tend to fail, and they act like what you're describing). If you have the 2RZ/3RZ the starter is under the intake manifold and can be accessed by taking the driver wheel off of the truck. Good luck.

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Arad answered 7 years ago

Most likely your Starter is gone, solenoid or brushes wore out. Remuve and replace, exchange Oreilly or Auto Zone or Rebuild it. Best to you Arad

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