1992 Toyota Pickup
Introduction of the 1992 Toyota Pickup
The 1992 Toyota Pickup is a compact pickup truck that was available with a variety of engine and transmission options. The standard engine was a 2.4-liter inline-four with 116 horsepower and 160 lb-ft of torque. A 3.0-liter V6 with 150 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque was optional. All engines were paired with a five-speed manual transmission, but a four-speed automatic transmission was available as an option.
The 1992 Toyota Pickup was praised for its durability, reliability, and off-road capabilities. However, it was also criticized for its lack of power and refinement.
Engine
2.4L Inline-Four
Blown Head Gasket Description/Symptoms: Loss of coolant, overheating, white smoke from exhaust, rough idle Solution: Replace head gasket Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+ Recalls: None Found
Intake Manifold Gasket Failure Description/Symptoms: Oil or coolant leaking from intake manifold, rough idle, poor performance Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls: None Found
3.0L V6
Timing Belt Failure Description/Symptoms: Engine will not start, or runs erratically Solution: Replace timing belt Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls: None Found
Transmission
Five-Speed Manual Transmission
Grinding Gears Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noise when shifting Solution: Replace worn gears or synchronizers Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls: None Found
Four-Speed Automatic Transmission
Slipping Gears Description/Symptoms: Transmission slips out of gear, especially when under load Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000 Recalls: None Found
Suspension
Front Suspension
Ball Joint Failure Description/Symptoms: Clunking or popping noise when turning or braking, loose or wobbly steering Solution: Replace ball joints Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500 Recalls: None Found
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring Failure Description/Symptoms: Sagging rear end,bouncy or rough ride Solution: Replace leaf springs Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls: None Found
Electrical
Alternator Failure Description/Symptoms: Dimming lights, loss of electrical power, dead battery Solution: Replace alternator Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls: None Found
Starter Failure Description/Symptoms: Engine will not crank or start, clicking noise when trying to start Solution: Replace starter Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500 Recalls: None Found
Exterior
Tailgate Rust Description/Symptoms: Rust around the edges of the tailgate Solution: Replace tailgate or repair rust Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $1,000 Recalls: None Found
Interior
Dashboard Cracking Description/Symptoms: Cracks in the dashboard, especially in areas exposed to sunlight Solution: Replace dashboard Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 1992 Toyota Pickup is a reliable and durable vehicle, but it is not without its problems. The most common issues are with the engine, transmission, and suspension. The severity of the issues can vary, but the cost of repairs can be significant.