Two problems related to fuel injection have been reported for the 1996 Toyota Tacoma. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Fuel injection system designed to increase idle when air condition compressor is used, causing vehicle to suddenly surge when the compressor engages.
Since the date of purchase I smell gas on the oil stick indicating that fuel is in the crank case (confirmed by dealer). I was advised (by dealer)that it is not abnormal for vehicles mostly driven short distances, but I have driven long distances had oil changed and still have problem. Also, I have owned many vehicles, including Toyota trucks, and haven't had this problem before. Occasionally I have a strong smell of fuel for no apparent reason. I am trying to verify if this is indeed "normal" oil level does not appear to be affected.