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2022 w/9400 miles

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tundras (2022+)' started by RoogerDog, Feb 1, 2023.

  1. Feb 1, 2023 at 5:40 PM
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    RoogerDog

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    This is the second time I've noticed a large pancake size oil patch under the front axle of my 2022 Tundra. First occurrence was in sub-zero temps. 2nd occurrence temps were above zero (10-15 F). Taking to dealer next week as this occurs after the truck has been outside overnight.

    Anyone else experience this? (see pic).

    Thanks.

    IMG_7290.jpg
     
  2. Feb 1, 2023 at 6:04 PM
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    DrZoidberg

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    There’s been a few I’ve seen. One had the entire engine replaced and one just had something smaller replaced
     
  3. Feb 1, 2023 at 7:41 PM
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    Mr Badwrench

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    Does it smell like gear oil or engine oil?

    It looks dark I don't know if that's characteristic of motor oil from a newer turbo chargeded engine though.
     
  4. Feb 1, 2023 at 8:06 PM
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    Tom976

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    That looks like motor oil. Think the gear oil is reddish?
     
  5. Feb 1, 2023 at 10:00 PM
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    Coal Dragger

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    Gear oil is not normally reddish.

    Transmission fluid is though.
     
  6. Feb 4, 2023 at 2:06 PM
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    RoogerDog

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    I have an appt. with "master technician" on Monday. Will update everyone once I have a diagnosis. Thanks.
     
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