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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| check engine light | 2/9/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a 2004 Matrix with the check engine light being on I had several people try and they are not ... A: If their diagnostic tool is not able to communicate they diagnostic connector may be damaged, check ... | ||
| Idling problems - 1996 Hiace | 2/9/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Hey there, I have a 1996 RZH113R Automatic Toyota Hiace with a 2.4L 2RZ motor. It has 270k on the ... A: The idle is not adjustable and is monitored by the computer and adjusted as needed. Try cleaning the ... | ||
| 96 Toyota T100 | 2/9/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: A friend of mine is having an issue with his 96 T100 v-6. It was missing pretty bad. After an OBDII ... A: I agree that replacing the knock sensor was not the problem, it's the effect not the cause, the ... | ||
| 05 avalon mpg | 2/9/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I am currently getting 12-13 mpg on my 05 avalon XL. any ideas what could be the issue? I got a new ... A: Mileage depends on a lot of conditions and can vary due to these conditions. Tire pressures (too low ... | ||
| can't remove rear drums | 2/8/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Ted 2003 toyota camry LE 4 Cyl, can't remove rear brake drum; hand brake off; drum turns free about ... A: that rubber plug just pops out, the hole is there so the rear brakes can be adjusted, the adjusting ... | ||
| 02 toyota camry question | 2/3/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have an 02 toyota camry LE that last June died, well the repair shop said it has a blown head ... A: I know this is going to sound too simple but is there another key available that can be tried, it ... | ||
| Replace power steering pump in 1998 Camry 6 cyl | 2/3/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Model 1998 XLE 6 cyl. 123,000 miles. I need a new power steering pump and my local mechanic said it ... A: the power steering pumps on the V-6 engines are usually never rebuilt in the shop due to it's ... | ||
| Toyota Carolla with P0441 and p0446 code | 2/3/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: My engine light is on with code p0441 and p0446. Merchanice wants me to replace canister and cost me ... A: I would first try to replace the gas cap and clear the diagnsotic code by disconnecting the negative ... | ||
| Toyota Starter | 2/2/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a 2002 4 cylinder Toyota Camry with a new battery. However, sometimes when I try to start, ... A: If there is a single clicking noise heard when turning to the start position the starter is bad, if ... | ||
| Block coolant drains | 1/31/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a 2003 Camry v6. How do you get to the back block petcock to drain the antifreeze. Thank you A: It's not necessary to completely drain the block, a simple coolant drain and refill is usually all ... | ||
| whats wrong with my 96 camry | 1/29/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: i have a 1996 camry. i drove it home. the next day it would not start. it turn over but would not ... A: The first thing to do is to check for spark at the spark plug connectors while cranking the engine, ... | ||
| a/c only cold | 1/29/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: 2004 Toyota Camry 4 cylinder 170000 mile. I had the a/c compressor repaired about a year ago. Now ... A: it uses a vacuum operated servo motor to control the flow of warm air from the heater core, the ... | ||
| Fuse location | 1/29/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: My Q is similar to one i found posted, so I used some of the text: The third break lght, Tag lite ... A: It sounds like something more than a fuse issue, There is no seperate fuse for the lic plate light ... | ||
| pulling to left | 1/28/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: 94 toyota pickup 4x4,,5 speed v-6. i have had a pull to the left took to toyota garage 1st time they ... A: The wheel shouldn't move that much, if it can be moved that much without the steering wheel moving ... | ||
| 1998 toyota 4runner | 1/27/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Although there is a post on replacing the alternator on a 4-runner on this site, it doesn't indicate ... A: There is a 14mm bolt that holds the alternator to the block, at the bottom is the 12mm set bolt, ... | ||
| 2005 Toyota Corolla fuel tank door release doesn't work | 1/27/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: The release lever at the driver seat can't open the fuel tank door. Technician has forced open it. ... A: The most likely cause is at the front release lever, this is where the cable usually comes off, the ... | ||
| fuel injection relay Avalon 2001 | 1/27/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: The fuel injection relay in the fuse box started ticking rapidly after the engine was turned off and ... A: the stalling and low idle is almost always a problem with the idle air control valve (IAC)valve ... | ||
| 2006 solara vsc and track light | 1/26/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: vsc, track light and engine light are on I found a hose loose and reset fuse but after 2 days approx ... A: go to an autozone store or prp boys etc they can scan the computer for you at no charge, what I need ... | ||
| Keyless remote problem | 1/25/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help me with my problem. I have a 1999 land cruiser with the keyless entry ... A: Ok, here are the factory instructions, maybe you are missing a step or taking too long to get to the ... | ||
| transmission | 1/25/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Can you tell me what would make a transmission shift hard only when it's cold and only the first ... A: Not familiar with Nissans but some of them have a throttle pressure cable coming from the ... | ||
| one month & $300 later engine & VSC back on | 1/25/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: It hasn't even been a month since I had the check engine light & VSC light come on 2002 RX 300. I ... A: the P1150 code is as you know AF sensor bank two sensor one, the other code 1135 is for the sensor ... | ||
| toyota wont start | 1/25/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: My wife notice that a fuse of a radio was blown an she changed it for a bigger fuse, an now the car ... A: I know it's too late now but NEVER put in a "bigger" fuse as this can cause wire and component ... | ||
| pulling to left | 1/24/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: 94 toyota pickup 4x4,,5 speed v-6. i have had a pull to the left took to toyota garage 1st time they ... A: When it was aligned you said it was ok for a day afdter that then it started pulling again, pulling ... | ||
| 2006 TOYOTA COROLLA CHECK ENGINE LIGHT | 1/17/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: 2006 TOYOTA COROLLA CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON THE CODE READS P0171B THEN HE RESET THE LIGHT. THE 2ND ... A: The P0032 code is for the air/fuel ratio sensor bank one which is located in the exhaust manifold, ... | ||
| Rattling/2001 Toyota Camry | 1/16/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: including me. I'm also an "expert" on AllExperts so if you ever have a need for help with conflict, ... A: It sounds like the connecting rod bearings are causing the noise, they may have been damaged when ... | ||
| How to remove front disk brake on 2002 Sienna | 1/15/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: This is 2002 Sienna CE, 105K, V6 Automatic, Front wheel drive. I want to remove the front disk brake ... A: That big axle nut does not need to be removed, after removing the caliper the rotor can be pulled ... | ||
| 86 toyota truck starting hard | 1/14/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Ted i couldnt get through on the other link. anyway i put a different fuel pressure regulator on and ... A: I don't remember what it was I recommended doing earlier so just a quick review and let me know: ... | ||
| transmission leak at shifter | 1/14/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Where can I find the transmission breather tube to check if it is clogged on a 1992 Toyota 22re 5 ... A: That is a common leak and not related to the vent tube, which by the way is located at the top of ... | ||
| 2006 Tyota Corolla Check Engine Light is on | 1/14/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: 2006 TOYOTA COROLLA CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON THE CODE READS THAT ONE OF THE BANKS IN THE ENGINE IS ... A: I'll be able to help you with this if you can give me the diagnostic trouble code number, do you ... | ||
| Rattling/2001 Toyota Camry | 1/14/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: including me. I'm also an "expert" on AllExperts so if you ever have a need for help with conflict, ... A: so ae you saying they charged you $750 to replace valve lifter which didn't fix the problem? Did ... | ||
| Automatic Transmission | 1/13/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a '98 Tacoma, 220,000 miles, auto transmission, two-wheel drive. I had a complete ... A: You shouldn't have to turn o/d off in city driving, there may be a transmission problem developing ... | ||
| oil consumption in2az-fe | 1/12/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: ted, i have a camry 2007 (2.4l)with manual transmission. it works 104000km.(15000km it is mine,about ... A: normal oil consumption is about 1 liter per 1600 KM, I'm not familiar with what oil is recommended ... | ||
| Clutch repair | 1/12/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a 2002 Toyota Camry LE, 4 cylinder sedan that needs a clutch repair. I was told by the ... A: It's specific to the camry, I know what's involved in removing this transmission and although I ... | ||
| warning light on 1999 toyota sienna | 1/12/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I bought a used 1999 Sienna and it had no owners manual. There is a light that recently came on. It ... A: I think that's the tire pressure warning light, check the tire pressures, if ok, the light can be ... | ||
| Clutch repair | 1/11/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a 2002 Toyota Camry LE, 4 cylinder sedan that needs a clutch repair. I was told by the ... A: You didn't say if this was a toyota dealer or independent garage, in either case 14 hours is a ... | ||
| 2005 Sienna Engine Flush | 1/11/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Opened oil cap on top of engine and noticed hard residue covering almost entire opening. Have to ... A: I would go ahead and try the engine flaush which should dissolve most of the oil gel undles it's ... | ||
| fuel injectors not spraying | 1/9/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: Ted,i have a 1986 toyota pickup with a 22re in it I completely rebuilt it, I had it running it was ... A: I just need you to verify a couple of things next, first with the key on is there steady voltage to ... | ||
| Fuel delivery problems | 1/9/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a 1988 Toyota pickup 4x4 with a 22 re 4 cyl. Fuel is not making it to the cylinders. I ... A: Check for fuel injector pulse voltage, first check for steady voltage with the key on, one wire of ... | ||
| seat belt repair. | 1/7/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a 99 Corolla.The drivers seat belt buckle(inner side with locking mechanism) relaesa button ... A: First check to see if anything is stuck in there, I have seen coins get in there, especially if ... | ||
| theft deterrent system | 1/7/2012 | Ted Ritter |
| Q: I have a RAV 4 1997 and I have a problem with the system. It dosnīt recognized the key I have been ... A: If you have no master key it should still be possible to clear the stored key codes but the valet ... | ||
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Experience
Toyota technician since 1979,expert in electrical systems,OBD systems,engine repair, driveability problems,EFI systems,ASE certified,Toyota master technician.
Certified Hybrid Vehicle technician.
Education/Credentials
Toyota master technician, ASE certified in eight catagories, Hybrid vehicle certified.
Toyota technical training:
Engine
Automatic transmission
Manual transmission
Drivetrain
Electrical systems
Brakes and chassis
Air conditioning
Engine performance and diagnostics
Hybrid systems
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