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2020 Toyota Tundra — long crank only after filling the fuel tank

RoadShopper778Community StarterJan 14, 20262020 Toyota Tundra SR5Central Jersey
The car starts normally most of the time, but after filling the tank it occasionally cranks longer and runs rough for a few seconds. Could EVAP/purge behavior cause this, and what would you test?
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FlatSixDIYerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJan 15, 2026permalink
I'd want a measurement, not a hunch. A pressure test beats staring at a dry driveway if the 2020 Toyota Tundra is losing coolant with no puddle. If the cheap test changes it, stop and reassess. If it doesn't change the out-the-door or the repair estimate, it's noise. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. I already checked the easy fluid levels.
WrenchEnthusiast541Community StarterCommunity StarterJan 15, 2026permalink
This is usually cheaper to test than to guess. Capture voltage while the 2020 Toyota Tundra is actually failing — after it restarts you've lost the clue. That's the branch I'd chase this week. No need to make it theatrical. I'll update if anything new shows up.
RoadShopper778Community StarterCommunity StarterJan 15, 2026permalink
Tried a second charger / second scan and the story on the 2020 Toyota Tundra didn't change. No warning lights, which is why I'm documenting it.
FlatSixFanCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJan 15, 2026permalink
Start with the test that can prove you wrong. Swap the cheap/easy piece first on the 2020 Toyota Tundra and see if the fault moves. That's the branch I'd chase this week. Stop there until you know. Not driving it hard until I know more.
BatteryRoadie551Community StarterCommunity StarterJan 16, 2026permalink
Intermittent stuff lies if you only catch it once. Write temp, speed, and in-gear vs coast when the 2020 Toyota Tundra does it — then decide on parts. That's the branch I'd chase this week. On “long crank only after filling the fuel,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. That's my plan before I call anyone.
DealNerd74Community StarterCommunity StarterJan 16, 2026permalink
Fair point. Counterpoint: A pressure test beats staring at a dry driveway if the 2020 Toyota Tundra is losing coolant with no puddle. You'll know quickly if you're on the wrong tree. I'd want a dollar figure or a measured spec, not 'should be fine.' Worth doing even if the car feels fine right now. Video is ugly but it shows the hesitation.
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