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That's exactly the sound I'm talking about! Within the first few seconds two chirping sounds.

The noise in my truck is present even with the AC and cabin ventilation turned off.

Yes, it is completely random.. It is most noticeable at speeds under 100km/h. I can't hear it at higher speeds likely due to road noise

I suspected it was an idiot tech or they simply chose not to identify it. I went for a drive with a guy from the service department and even though the noise was very minimal on the short drive he claimed that he couldn't hear it.

I have something similar but much quieter. Did you figure out the problem?

I have a bit over 35,000km on my Tacoma and since about 29,000 I have heard an intermittent chirping sound. I've taken it to the dealer twice and they said they couldn't find anything wrong nor could they hear anything. There are times when this sound is very quiet and occasionally it is...

My understanding is that even if you don't pay for the app they still collect your telematics. I asked about this at the dealership where I got my Tacoma.

I agree with you about the seat belt alarm being annoying. For me it is not an issue since I always use my seat belt. It is nice though if a passenger is slow to put on a seatbelt, and the alarm prompts them. Most of the driver aids are unnecessary. Give me a back up camera and that is plenty...

I've noticed a clunk as well, but only if the car is moving. I've resolved to only go in and out of 4H with the car stationary. I'm not surprised if there is a clunk since switching from 2H to 4H means changing the drive train configuration.

At the moment I own both a Honda and my Taco. I was loyal to Honda for years, but I now suspect that loyalty has reached it’s limit for the following reasons… Each year Honda has fewer models with manual transmissions and each generation of cars regardless of transmission looks more bland. I...

I like your description of the transmission. "Sloppy." This transmission has essentially the same feel as an early 90s VW.

Comfort was great! Gas mileage from what I recall was about 11.5L/100km

The thing I've noticed about my Tacoma is that it doesn't have features which 5 years ago other cars did. The most annoying thing for me is the fact that I can't use keyless entry to open the tailgate. My little old Honda lets me unlock the trunk just like the doors... keyless.

11.8L/100km at the moment. It was a bit less earlier this year but my driving habits have changed a bit. I also put it in sport mode every single time.

This guy offers a "fresh" much needed perspective.