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Whining Noise on Start Up - SAIS Bypass Kit?

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by Bulldog_tundra, Mar 6, 2020.

  1. Mar 6, 2020 at 9:43 PM
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    Bulldog_tundra

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    Well, just recently started noticing a high frequency whine, high pitch noise when firing up my ‘06 from a cold start, sounds like a vacuum shutting off after 30 seconds or so. Research says SAIS failure or, at the very least, on its way out.

    Before I get a Check Engine Light or limp mode, should I go ahead and do the bypass kit? If so, is Hewitt-Tech the best option?

    Price isn’t a big concern, I’ve put so much into this truck I’m not cheaping out at this point, just want to do it right and move along.

    Hewitt-Tech kit:

    https://hewitt-tech.com/store/index.php?l=product_detail&p=12

    Thanks in advance!
     
  2. Mar 7, 2020 at 4:33 AM
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    BubbaW

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  3. Mar 7, 2020 at 6:32 AM
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    tvpierce

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    I squirreled that away too -- even thought I don't have a SAIS on my 2000.

    Those DIY instructions will save $160 over the kit.
     
  4. Mar 7, 2020 at 6:35 AM
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    From readings, that looks like the proper kit. Best thing is do it right the first time as you’ve put so much into everything else. You are smart by tackling this issue now.
     
  5. Mar 7, 2020 at 7:25 AM
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    This is the one I’ve got on my 2006.

    https://hewitt-tech.com/store/index.php?l=product_detail&p=12

    It works great and prevents your truck from going into limp mode and eliminates the air injectors.

    I also added this proxy pack to eliminate any check engine lights from the secondary air system.

    https://hewitt-tech.com/store/index.php?l=product_detail&p=17

    Both of these items are plug and play.

    Here is a video of the bypass install.

    https://youtu.be/WDzNfW7Ti5g

    Hope this helps.
     
  6. Mar 7, 2020 at 9:59 PM
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    artsr2002

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    I purchased the rutech unit two years ago and it failed a few days ago. He doesnt answer messages so I assume he's out of business or doesnt give a flying fug for standing by his product. Hindsight being 20/20 I would've paid the extra few shekels and gone with Hewitts product, at least it has an unlimited warranty.

    I just finished doing the DIY fix posted above and it works perfectly for about 15$ in supplies and an hours worth of time. No CEL and or whistling...the block off plates still need to be installed.
     
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