Some 2016-2017 Toyota Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a whistling or howling noise from the front lower control arms at speeds of about 25-45 mph. The noise may be more noticeable when cross winds are present.
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The fix involves installing plugs in the three 15mm holes in the arms. First verify by placing painter’s tape over the three holes in each arm, then test drive. If the noise is eliminated, install the Toyota hole plugs P/N 90950-01955.
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Mike Mavrigian
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Mike Mavrigian has written thousands of automotive technical magazine articles involving a variety of specialties, from engine building to wheel alignment, and has authored more than a dozen books that crisscross the automotive spectrum. Mike operates Birchwood Automotive, an Ohio shop that builds custom engines and performs vintage vehicle restorations. The shop also features a professional photo studio to document projects and to create images for articles and books.