Tire tool kit 07 Tundra limited crew max 5.7L

Hello,
I recently bought an 07 Tundra limited crew max 5.7L. I could not find a spare tire tool kit or jack.theres a small compartment on the back of the cab but no tool set or jack. I lifted up the rear passenger side seat and just carpet. I’ve already bought a 4 way and a jack. However, I need the tool set to raise and lower the spare tire. Outside of eBay and crazy prices I can’t seem to find one. Would a Tacoma same year model tool kit work? The Tacoma tool kits I can find if they will work.

 

Check Amazon for a spare tire kit. I found one for my 2002 that way.

 

I use 3/8" ratchet extensions. They fit perfectly. I keep the ratchet with my kit as well.

 

Pm me. I have a jack and tire iron from my buddy’s totaled truck.

 

I checked Amazon, as well several other sites with no luck.

what length extension are you using with the 3/8 socket?

 

Those should be fairly easy to find, with one issue to be aware of. There was an option for a security system for the spare lowering mechanism. If you have that system, then the spare lift mechanism uses a keyed socket that required a matched keyed crank tool to operate it. If your truck has the security option, like my '08, then you will not be able to lower/raise the spare without the keyed tool. I believe, using a flashlight, you can look down the access hole in the rear of the bottom part of the bed and see the end of the lowering mechanism. If you see a 3/8ths square socket end, then the standard crank tool will be all you need. If you have the security system, then you will see an irregularly shaped circular groove cut into the end of the socket, which requires a matching ridged cut on the end of the tool to fit and operate the lift mechanism. If you do have the security system for the spare, then a Toyota dealer might be able to find the correct replacement key using the vehicle vin #. If a replacement key is not available, then your only recourse may be to cut the cable in the spare lift mechanism to remove the spare, then replace the lift mechanism with a new one.

 

Might be able to get one through @Roman but I'm not sure.

 

@Army11 I have an extra set in the garage. What is your zip code and I can see what shipping would be. I dont think it would be much at all.

 

@TechWrench Thank you for the useful information. I appreciate it. I would not have known this. I will check this out this afternoon after work.

 

I finally found a pic of the special key I need to access my spare with the security option.

 

@TechWrench Thank you for the photo. I found a similar photo via google. I will check my truck when I get home. I did find out (despite what the service guy said at my Local Toyota dealership) that I can order the tool set through their website. They also sale the security bit on the site.

 

I may add that I found the set for much cheaper than I was quoted for the whole set. I have to verify the year/month made.
I would recommend this to anyone else that may be having the same issue.

 

@TechWrench Thank you for the photo. I found a similar photo via google.

 

If you do in fact have the security system for the spare, what I don't know is how many different keys there might be. If you have it, and it was a factory/dealer installed option, then they may be able to tell via vin# what specific key you will need. If you don't have the security system, then it doesn't matter. You just need the standard set.

I did a search on a Toyota parts site, and if you need the security key set, they are easily available from many sources. And it looks like there is only one style key, so any kit will fit. If needed, part #, PT276-34070, and price varies, depending on source.

 

@TechWrench thank you checking. I also checked on Toyota’s site via the parts section and it too only gave a single option for that lock key. Once I’m home and look under the truck I’ll take a picture and post it on here.

 

Here’s a picture of the slot for the spare tire tool. Looks like it may need that bit

 

I ended up being able to order the tool set and security bit through Toyota’s website for much cheaper than the service guy quoted me at.

 

OK, once you get the tool kit and security key, you will be in business. Now a word of caution. When I tested my spare lowering system out, I learned several things. I previously had two '03 4Runners, which use a similar spare hoist system. That lift mechanism, over time, failed on both because of rust and lift cable failures, and had to be replaced. They didn't have the Tundra security system, just the square socket that the end of the tool fit into. That fit wasn't the best in the world, and it didn't take much to have the socket round the corners so the tool no longer would grab enough to operate the lift. As others have found, I learned that a long 3/8th extension would fit better, and allow the lift to operate. But with the security system, the irregular groove cut into the lift end of the security key can rust (as I can see from your pic) This can make the fit between the socket and key sloppy. The groove is only about a bit over 1/16th inch deep and can be easily rounded off if you don't keep the key on the end of the crank tool firmly pressed into the socket, and turn the crank slowly. I would spray penetrating oil on the lift mechanism and cable and let it sit a few days before trying to lower the spare the first time. If the pics of the security key kit I have seen online are accurate, it looks like you get both the key for the tool, and a socket that fits on the lift. So, if you do, by some chance damage the socket, you would have a replacement. Just not sure how easy it would be to replace it.

In any case, good luck.

 

That would be correct.

 

@TechWrench Great advice. I won’t be putting the spare on until I get the tool set obviously. In the mean time. I’ll put a little clr on it let it sit a bit to break up the rust. I’ll scuff it off and then lubricate it. Hopefully, by the time I get the tool set it will be in better shape. I will definitely take your advice and go slow raising and lowering the spare tire device. Hopefully, I do not have the issue of it not working. Fingers crossed!

 

So, if I understand your post, there isn't a spare hanging from the lift now? If so, then it is a great time to check the mechanism out and do any preventive maintenance necessary. One thing I would check is that it is all there. I am surprised you haven't been hearing the empty wheel hanger banging around with no wheel on it. Unless the previous owner cranked it all the way up into the spool. If it has been that way for a while, you may need a second set of hands to lower it, one to pull it while the other works the crank. Believe me, I know from exprience, it is very difficult for one person to do alone.

 

@TechWrench i have not heard anything banging around. I will check underneath the truck this afternoon. I’m hoping everything is there.

 

Yeah, otherwise you will have a whole new set of problems.

 

@TechWrench I was able to get under the truck. The spare tire attachment cable is broken and missing. However, the part I had in the compartment where the jack is suppose to go is a new spare tire holder part...non security bit. (Of course after I ordered the bit) oh well.
It looks easy enough to change. However, once I got under the truck I realized the space you have to work with. I didn’t have a 13mm wrench down there and that seems to be the fit. Or it could be a standard size too. The new part the cone shaped part is plastic. That’s interesting to me. Anyways, The bolts are pretty rusty so I sprayed them. I’m letting them sit. I attempt to get them off again this weekend. I’ll attach some pictures.

 

Yep that's the standard OEM replacement that the tool set is used for. I'll try to get that shipping quote for you tomm. Pretty much all of the bolts on these trucks are metric. Did you need a verification on what bolt size it is? I keep my spare in the bed so it would be easy for me to check it for you.

 

@Tundra234 that would be great if you are able to get me the bolt size. It’s looking like I’m only going to be able to get a wrench in the small space above the mount. I’m thinking it’s a 13mm wrench. It’s the only wrench I didn’t have under the truck to try. (That’s always how it goes..the one tool you don’t have is the one you need..lol)

 

What was the the part number for the the tool kit?

 

I'll definitely check it for you. I'm impressed that you have a high interest in the truck and want to work on it yourself.

 

You need the standard one I assume?

 

After looking at your pics, I think I have some good news/bad news. Good news is that spare carrier lift on your vehicle looks to be a lot easier to replace than the ones I had to replace on my 4Runners. Yours only has 4 nut/bolt fasteners, where the 4Runner had 6, and 4 of those were a real B!tch to get to. I had to cut the bolts with an air chisel to remove it. Yours has 4 bolts that go thru the top of the frame crossmember, down thru the lift, and are held with 4 nuts. You will have to get a wrench on the top bolt and then a socket with extension on the bottom nut to remove them. I think the bolts/nuts use a 13mm wrench/socket. How badly they are rusted will determine how difficult they are to remove. When you get the old one off, I suggest replacing the fasteners with new ones instead of trying to reuse the old.

Now for the possible bad news. I am pretty sure the lift you found in the jack compartment is not the correct one for your vehicle. According to to Toyota's parts site, your vehicle needs part# 51900-9000, not the 51900-0C031 you have. Looking at the pics you posted, the end of the lift that you have to turn, is operated by a crank tool with a loop style end, not the 3/8ths square tip that it should have. Physically, the part you have will bolt in place, but the correct lift is designed to be operated with the shaft of the crank tool being inserted into a hole just under the tailgate. That hole is only large enough to allow the straight shaft of the crank tool to fit in. The tool end that has the loop is too large to fit into that hole. I am guessing that the previous owner either got it at a dealer that didn't know how to look up the correct part, or got it from a non-dealer source, and was told it should fit.



The above pic is, I believe, the correct lift for your Tundra. You can see the square socket that the crank tool is supposed to fit. If you don't want to have the security system, all you will need it the correct crank handle that fits the square socket.



The above pic shows the loop style crank tool that is needed to operate the lift mechanism you found in the vehicle. The pic shows the loop tool with the optional security key attached for that crank tool. If you remove the security key, you are left with just the loop end, which should fit the lift you found.

I would check the rear of the bed, just under the tailgate, a bit left of center. If you find a small 1/2 inch hole. That is where the crank tool is supposed to be inserted to reach the socket on the spare lift assembly. If you have the 1/2 inch hole you can see the loop end will not fit it.

I suggest you first remove the old, broken lift, and carefully compare it to the one you found under the rear seat, before you try to install it and find you have a problem.

A side note, from my experience with 4Runners, it was a not that unusual to see these spare lifts with cut cables. There was a lot of reports of spare tire/wheels being stolen from 4Runners with the cable style lift. Thieves were using a sawzall to cut the cables and make off with the spares. That may be why yours is missing.

Not trying to 'rain' on your parade, but I am trying to keep you from installing a part that may not work for you.