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| Subject | Date Asked |
| check engine light | 2/9/2012 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Q: I have a RAV 4 1997 and I have a problem with the system. It dosn´t 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 ... | |
| 1996 GEO PRISM | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: MY CAR HAS AN AMAZING 240,000 MILES ON IT AND RUNS GREAT. ONLY PROBLEM IS CAR IDLES FAST.I NOTICE ... A: The engine needs to get to operating temperature for the idle to come down and to get better gas ... | |
| Toyota Camry 1989 issue | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: I recently bought a 1989 Camry 4 speed automatic with 340,000km on the clock the engine appears to ... A: there are a number of things that can cause a loss of power like this. Some of the most common are : ... | |
| 98 Toyota Camry | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Toyota Camry that is giving an diagnostic code of P0573 how can I fix this? Is it ... A: Most of the time transmission solenoid codes are set because of fluid contamination due to either ... | |
| transmission flush | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Camry w/auto transmission, 6-cylinders, 47,000 miles. I'm going in to a non-dealer ... A: If they let you in the shop to watch how they do what they do then great, if their policy is not to ... | |
| URGENT!!! | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: I went back to Auto Zone as you suggested regarding my RX 300 2002 Lexus and this is what the print ... A: Bank one sensor one is not the downstream sensor, on a V-6 it's the sensor I mentioned earlier in ... | |
| Maint.oil light reset | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: How to reset the maint.light on a 2011 Toyota Highlander A: Turn the key on and set the trip meter to trip A Push and hold the TRIP RESET button turn the key ... | |
| 2000 Camry Rough Idle | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: I have had an ongoing issue with my 2000 Camry 4cl that has stumped me, time to ask the experts. I ... A: This stalling and low idle problem is usually caused by a sticking idle air control valvebut it ... | |
| 1995 Toyota 4 Runner losing coolant | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: My son has a 1995 Toyota 4 Runner SR5 V6 with an automatic transmission. It has 143,000 miles on it. ... A: I doen't sound like aheadgasket problem if the engine is not overheating as long as there is coolant ... | |
| repetitive buzzing noise from ABS module when engine off | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: Greetings Ted - two months ago I bought a very nice 1996 4Runner Limited edition 3.4 V6 4-wheel ... A: although some noise after shutting the engine off may be normal but not more than a few seconds, ... | |
| 1988 Toyota 4 Runner 22RE engine | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: My 1988 4 Runner develops a miss when under a load with the vehicle in either 4th or 5th gear. It ... A: Check to see if there may be any diagnostic trouble codes in the computer, open the diagnostic check ... | |
| 1998 toyota rav 4 | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: My truck sometimes idles high and sometimes normally what should i check could it be the tps please ... A: Not likely the TPS or there would be a check engine light on. Most likely cause is a sticking idle ... | |
| caliper clicking | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: My brakes started clicking or somewehre around the brake housing after a swap of new brake pads, ... A: The clicking noise is most likely the pads moving in the calipers, this happens sometimes because ... | |
| troubleshooting report | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: I went back to Auto Zone as you suggested regarding my RX 300 2002 Lexus and this is what the print ... A: the code is for the a/f ratio sensor on bank one which is near the firewall mounted in the exhaust ... | |
| Code P0012 2008 Sienna 3.5L | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: All idiot lights came on after cold start - engine shook with misfire, shows first bank timing over ... A: Those are the symptoms and the code for a VVTi malfunction on bank one which is near the firewall. ... | |
| Stumbling / hesitation | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: First, I'd like to thank you for your help in the past. You've always been able to help me through ... A: Here is what I'd recommend doing: replace the distributor cap, the rotor and the wires an recheck ... | |
| Codes P401 and P420 for 2001 Toyota Camry | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: My check engine light has been on for 3 years now and the computer gives me the codes in the ... A: If you are getting both the P0401 and the 420 codes then first take care of the P0401, then if the ... | |
| 1990 4 runner high rpms | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: My 4 runner recently started running at higher rpms than usual. Usually it runs around 2200 to 2500 ... A: There is a possibility that the lockup torque converter is the problem, it would be unusual but it ... | |
| 2002 RX 300 bought used in 2005 | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: My check engine light and vsc light has been on for the last few months. Lexus wants $300 to ... A: I'll be glad to try to help you, first I'll have to ask you to go back to autozone and have the ... | |
| hi pitch whistle when toyota truck running either main bearing or smog pump???? | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a used 1991 toyota 4x4 v6 w/ 161,000 miles, once it gets warmed up and/or I run it for ... A: main bearings don't make this type of noise, they don't have smog pumps. First make sure it's not a ... | |
| Toyota 2002 Sienna ABS ECU repair | 12/13/2011 |
| Q: My 2002 Toyota Sienna used to have right automatic sliding door problem, the dealer said we have to ... A: Here is what I recommend, take it to a place that can get the diagnostic codes for the check engine ... | |
| leaking valve cover gaskets | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 cylinder 1999 Toyota Avalon XLS with 73000 miles.I just took my car in for inspection and ... A: You mentioned valve cover gaskets and then vlave seals, were the valve stem seals replaced? Or only ... | |
| key ignition | 12/10/2011 |
| Q: had key rechipped last sept, now ignition bad. get new igntion at auto sone with a key but no chip ... A: The ignition switch does not have a chip but it is different than the one without chip so make sure ... | |
| oil use | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2009 Rav 4 with 35K miles. I always used conventional oil with each oil cahnge.Is it ... A: The answers to those questions are: the makers of the synthetic oil make claims, I can't prove or ... | |
| 1990 4 runner high rpms | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: My 4 runner recently started running at higher rpms than usual. Usually it runs around 2200 to 2500 ... A: It sounds like the overdrive is not engaging and it's staying in third gear, does the engine get to ... | |
| corolla manual transmission | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: My 2000 Corolla 243K miles, and one engine later, has developed a 3rd gear problem. It will slide ... A: First the shift cables and the linkage on the transmission should be inspected to make sure the fear ... | |
| Rav4 2004 2.0 petrol misfire and flickering oil light | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: Anyhow had two engine management system tests done and no fault, but oil light still flickers and ... A: The oil you are using may be rated at too high a viscosity, in colder weather use a 5W-20 oil and be ... | |
| 1991 toyota previa le | 12/5/2011 |
| Q: Need to replace a heater control valve (leaking occassionally). Any suggestions as to what steps to ... A: Replacing the heater core is quite a project so I would recommend getting a repair manual that shows ... | |
| 1991 camry wont start and no lights | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1991 Camry that is a 4 cyl. and a 5 speed manual with 270000 miles. i had a timing belt ... A: There is a main fuse in the fuse panel under the hood, it's either 80A or 100A and is larger than ... | |
| 2004 Rav4 Transmission Pan Leak | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: I took my Rav4 in today for an oil change and 15 pt inspection. I usually take it to a different ... A: If no fluids are leaking on the ground then it's not a leak, a small amount of seepage is considered ... | |
| 99 Avalon amplifier | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: The front speakers on my 99 Avalon quit working. I assume that it is the amplifier behind the glove ... A: Remove the right side kick panel, there is a 10mm bolt just blow the bottom of the glove box, remove ... | |
| 1997 Camry Failed CA Smog Test Twice | 11/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Camry XLE (V6) with 140,000 miles on it that failed its smog test twice. Here are the ... A: This not complicatedf, the nOX readings are too high because Either the EGR system is not working or ... | |
| 2006 Toyota Avalon Engine Trouble | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2006 model year Toyota Avalon XLS (purchased in October 2005) with the 3.5 liter V6 engine. ... A: There have been some problems with these engines, I would still contact the dealer and have it towed ... | |
| camry not shifting to O/D | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I own a 2002 Camry for some time now the car wouldn't shift into O/D when cold, but it would after ... A: First thing to do is to make sure that the engine reaches operating temperature, overdrive will not ... | |
| check engine light & vsc trac light on | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: i have a 2005 rav4 with 178790 miles on it and my check engine & vsc trac light come on. the code ... A: That sounds like it's a catalityc converter malfunction, the check engine light will trigger the ... | |
| 94 4runner start issue | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: Okay, Ted. I recently purchased a 94 4runner with the 3.0L V6 in it. It is 4wheel drive and ... A: That switch is for an aftermarket add on alarm system that is malfunctioning, a visit to the dealer ... | |
| tempature needle goes to high position when car runs at 60 miles | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: tempature needle goes toward over heating postition when car runs at 60 miles per hour. does ... A: No the radiator fan should come on when the engine reaches operating temperatures especially at idle ... | |
| shift solenoid location for 1998 toyota camry | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: We need to replace the shift solenoid on a 1998 toyota camry. can you explain where this is located ... A: There are about three or four solenoids on this transmission, what are the diagnostic codes that ... | |
| Toyota Sienna Catalytic Converter | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: The check engine light has been coming on in my Sienna for several months. I have gone to O'Reilly ... A: If you are going to sell it or trade it in I would use the cheap converter, it should last well ... | |
| my 2004 Toyota corolla CE wont start | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: I have had my 2004 Toyota Corolla CE for about 6 months, it has about 55000 miles on it. The car has ... A: It sounds like the alarm system is causing this problem because of the power interruption so give ... | |
| Leaking Struts | 11/11/2011 |
| Q: Hello i have a 1994 Toyota And i was told the other day When i had break inspection That i had ... A: That would depend on how bad they are leaking, these brake and alignment shops like to sell struts ... | |
| Center Console | 11/10/2011 |
| Q: My wife's 2004 Toyota Corolla (65,000 miles) (1.8L) (4cyl) (automatic)has an unlit center console, ... A: The light is on the same fuse as the other insturment lighting so if they are working it's not the ... | |
| 93 Toyota 4Runner engine problems | 11/9/2011 |
| Q: I had just parked my truck. The engine was warm, and idling. It started running extremely rough, and ... A: Check the a/c compressor and the belt, the a/c compressor clutch may have seized up, the a/c does ... | |
| tune-up | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: I've lost my '99 Toyota Camry's V 6 owner manual and would like to know when I need to have a ... A: The spark plugs should be replaced at about 60,000 miles, same for the transmission oil and the ... | |
| Random Misfire | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Toyota celica, with about 136k miles. My check engine light has been on for quite some ... A: that's a code specific to the #4 cylinder, you stated "they determined that its not the coil pack, ... | |
| Adjusting valves | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: I'm going to adjust the valves in my 2000 Vtech Honda Accord 4 cylinder. There's no Honda expert ... A: You can use the stick in the spark plug hole method to find TDC, most toyotas use shim type vlave ... | |
| help needed bad!!!! | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: I own a 1992 Toyota Camry LE V6, I'm experiencing raw fuel and gray smoke coming out the exhausted. ... A: A couple of causes for this: there may be some loose ground connections on the engine, check all ... | |
| filling up my gas tank | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: whenever I try to fill up my tank,it cuts off prematurely as if its full but its not A: There may be something that fell into the fuel filler pipe and is lodged in there or down further in ... | |
| 1998 4Runner Transmission or Differential problems | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1998 4Runner SR5 model- V6, 4 wheel drive, about 250,000 miles, automatic. I park on a ... A: It does sound like a transmission problem if it takes that long for it to move after putting it in ... | |
| Random Misfire | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Toyota celica, with about 136k miles. My check engine light has been on for quite some ... A: I will look into this but first I would need to know what code numbers you are getting,is it only ... | |
| 94 celica 2.2 a/t | 10/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a 94 celica 2.2 a/t and the check engine light is on about a week ago and the code is 25 ... A: Try replacing the oxygen sensor located in front of the catalityc converter, disconnect the battery ... | |
| Grinding noise | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: My car is a 4 cyl. Camry, 1998 and I recently had the clutch replaced and when I picked it up about ... A: It makes a big difference if the noise is only there when the car is moving or if the noise is there ... | |
| alarm keeps going off | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: I know you specialize in Toyota repair, but my handicap brother has a 2005 subaru outback and there ... A: It's probably an aftermarket add on alarm, yes it can be disconnected, most automotive alarm shops ... | |
| Gunk | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: Yesterday evening I drove my 1995 Camry (179K miles) about 16 miles one way to my home. When I shut ... A: It sounds like it could be a leaking headgasket,the filling and draining of the coolant bottle ... | |
| 97 Camry ce won't crank | 10/26/2011 |
| Q: For a couple weeks I've been working my way through the efi circuit as it has been blowing the efi ... A: There may be a problem with the ignition switch, try using a jumper wire from the positive terminal ... | |
| VSC warning Toyota Prius | 10/25/2011 |
| Q: I was driving down the road and the VSC warning light came on with the check engine light. I could ... A: The check engine light usually turns the VSC light on as well, yes, I will need the diagnostic ... | |
| 2011 avalon wind noise t-tt-0065-10 | 10/18/2011 |
| Q: What ever happened to this issue? I just called Toyota and they say this is an invalid number. Is ... A: There are a couple of choices you have, locate another dealer who is willing to help or contact ... | |
| Code 71 '90 Cressida | 10/18/2011 |
| Q: My '90 Cressida got overheated last week due to a broken heater control valve. At the same time, the ... A: I don't think the sensor was damaged to the overheating unless the wires melted, the sensor is ... | |
| 4-runner | 10/18/2011 |
| Q: my question is , can my 4-runner operate W/out the speed sensor connected, or can it be temporarily ... A: It should be ok to drive but you may notice some performance issues as the computer needs this input ... | |
| toyota fourunner | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: '95 Toyota fourunner w/ 3.0 v-6, 150k mi., smells like it's blowing gas out the tailpipe. It gets ... A: I can help a little more by having a diagnostic code, you can have it scanned for codes at most ... | |
| 2008 Prius Warning Lights | 10/15/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 2008 Prius brand new and have 158K miles on it. It just got out of the shop due to a ... A: The red triangle(master warning light) will turn on when the hybrid computer detects a problem in ... | |
| 2007 Toyota Camry AC and sunroof | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 questions: 1) My power sunroof will not work when I try to open it. The strange thing, it ... A: Try disconnecting the battery with the sunroof closed, then push the tilt up button until it opens ... | |
| Toyota Camry check engine light came on. | 10/8/2011 |
| Q: One week ago the check engine light came on. I have checked the gas cap but the light remains on. It ... A: Most causes for check engine lights are emission control related and do not affect driveability but ... | |
| 2007 Camry sunroof | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 07 Camry with a factory sunroof. My problem is that it doesn't close all the way. It closes ... A: Remove the overhead console and remove the three 10mm bolts that hold the motor on, with the motor ... | |
| codes p0401 and p0446 | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: i have a 98 toyota camary that reads the following codes p0401 and p0446 what could be the problem ... A: In most stes it will not pass because the engine light is on, these two codes are not related, the ... | |
| 2001 Toyota Camry Issues | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: About 6 months ago, I put my car in reverse, pushed the gas pedal, and it wouldn't move. After ... A: When you say the car doesn't move does the engine stop running and do all the dash warning lights ... | |
| Charging light sometimes on after new alternator | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: Last week I replaced both the battery and alternator in my 1994 Geo Prizm LSI (Corolla), 1.8 liter, ... A: Since the alternator has a lifetime warranty I would take it back and get a new one, most autoparts ... | |
| Toyota Paseo 1992 | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: My Paseo stalls everytime its on idle, it seems to stall less when the AC is turned on. What can ... A: It can be caused by an idle speed that is too low, when the a/c is turned on the engine is designed ... | |
| Front Passenger window won't roll up | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I have 1994 Toyota Camry LE and I have rolled the front passenger window down but it will not roll ... A: It's most likely a power window motor failure which is common, to verify this the door panel should ... | |
| Check Engine light on Sequoia 2008 | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I have sequoia 2008 PURCHASED on JUNE 2008. It has only 24500 mile. Check engine light come and ... A: The P2238 code is for the oxygen sensor (O2sensor) bank 1 sensor 1, this is located at in the ... | |
| 1999 toyota solara crank but no start | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: so i just had my oil changed in my 1999 Toyota solara i never had a problem with it before just a o2 ... A: If the car has a lot of miles on it then the timing belt may have jumped on the timing sprockets, ... | |
| toyota camry 94 v6 | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: im having some trouble with my car. few days ago i noticed my car starting to knock it felt like the ... A: It sounds like the fuel filter is clogged and needs to be replaced as long as the fuel coming from ... | |
| Abs light | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: After replacing front brake pads and boots on outer cv joint on my 1996 Avalon with 108k miles my ... A: This usually happens when one of the wheel speed sensor wires is stretched by letting the brake ... | |
| Toyota Front Carpets Soaked | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2008 Toyota Highlander. Got in today and the front carpets are soaked. If there is a ... A: If there is water inside on the floor and it has not rained recently then the water is most likely ... | |
| VSC/Traction control system fault | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: Have a 2006 Toyola Avalon Limited car. Just few days ago while driving home, check engine light ... A: The check engine light usually causes the other lights to turn on as these systems are disabled when ... | |
| 1991 Previa warm restart | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: My 91 Previa (183,000 miles) starts fine but after a few miles (could be 5, could be 10), it ... A: The igniter module is under the car near the end of the cylinder head where the ditributor is, it ... | |
| 96 camry | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: My camry has some ecessice play while the car is going straight. I sometimes have to drive like a ... A: The steering gears are not adjustable on these cars and they are not rebuilt or repaired, the only ... | |
| 1992 camry rear tail lights and brake light | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: Ted, i hope u cam help. i have a 1992 camry 4 door. the rear tail lights and the 3rd brake light ... A: There is no easy answer here, yes there is a short, you checked the wires at the trunk harness where ... | |
| Door Handle | 9/18/2011 |
| Q: Ted-I have been reading your answers for many years. Thank you! '92 Corolla-went to open the ... A: There is a so called book time(flat rate manual)which mainly used for warranty work but sometimes ... | |
| Water Pump Replacement - 2005 Toyota Camry 2.4L 4 Cylinder | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: What is the typical cost to replace a water pump on a 2005 Toyota Camry (2.4L 4 cylinder)? I have ... A: Most of the time it's a good diea to replace the thermostat when doing any cooling system repairs, ... | |
| Oil Consumption... | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: Slowly the oil consumption is increasing on the 1996 Toyota Rav4 with 160K mi on it. Is there a ... A: No, I don't think an oil cooler is necessary, I don't know what weight oil you are using but try ... | |
| I Need help please 1997 toyota camry le !!!! | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: hi we have a 1997 Toyota camry le automatic 4 cyl 2.2 engine.4 door.aprox 49 to 50,000 mileage a ... A: If there is rodent damge at the intake sensor wire then there is a good chance that there is nore ... | |
| 88 celica GT - high idle | 9/15/2011 |
| Q: this is 88 Celica GT get stuck high idle 1500 RPM. Car sits about 2 years get it start, clean ... A: On this engine I think the gasket isd paper which normally breaks so I would say yes you will need a ... | |
| engine miss | 9/15/2011 |
| Q: I have an engine miss at high speeds in my 2003 Toyota Camry XLE. There is not a check engine light ... A: The dealer is partially correct, there actaully should be a check engine light when there is an ... | |
| 2000 Toyota Camry Solara radiator/ac fans won't turn on | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: Ted, I have a 2000 Toyota Camry Solara V6 that has recently started to overheat. It has not ... A: The cooling fan has a teperature switch that controls fan operation, it is usually located on the ... | |
| 95 camry air intake | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: I recently noticed a tear in the air intake hose on my 95 toyota camry 4-cylinder (2.2), so ... A: I don't know too much about those intake systems on ebay, some of them may not be approved as far as ... | |
| engine miss | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: I have an engine miss at high speeds in my 2003 Toyota Camry XLE. There is not a check engine light ... A: we have seen some cases where out of balnce wheels cause a vibration which the same sensor that ... | |
| I Need help please 1997 toyota camry le !!!! | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: hi we have a 1997 Toyota camry le automatic 4 cyl 2.2 engine.4 door.aprox 49 to 50,000 mileage a ... A: To get all of these codes and the fact that you mentioned some rodents had built nest in the air ... | |
| 1994 toyota 4runner sr5 v4 | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: this vehicle has a knocking sound in the top end of the engine and it increase as acceleration ... A: It doesn't have rocker arms the camshafts contact the valves directly, the valves are adjustable ... | |
| 1992 camry airconditioner not cooling | 9/12/2011 |
| Q: 1992 camry 4 cyl with replaced compressor and coversion to new freon about 5yr ago when no cooling ... A: Normal A/C pressures with the engine running and the compressor engaged are approximately 28-40psi ... | |
| oil benefits | 9/12/2011 |
| Q: I own a 2009 RAV 4 4 cyl with 35 k miles.I always use traditional oil.I reside in the Boston ... A: It's best to stay with the manufacturers recommendation, you'll find this in the owner's manual and ... | |
| 2011 Avalon wind noise | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: I along with hundreds of avalon owners are haveing a lot of wind noise from all four door windows. I ... A: I don't have any more information than what the dealer has on this, it's my understanding that ... | |
| 1987 Toyota Cressida | 9/9/2011 |
| Q: my father has a 1987 Cressida. He experiences a problem when the weather gets hot. His car won't ... A: If the engine doesn't turn over at all then there is a problem with the battery voltage getting to ... | |
| 94 Celica GT, intermittent stall | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I'm a former Toyota tech myself; I was a tech at 2 dealerships in MN (total 6 years) before I went ... A: the code 71 is usually caused by a leaking vacuum modulator, remove it and see if air passes through ... | |
| Toyota 4 runner | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1990 toyota 4runner gas 3.0 v6 automatic 4x4 with 350,000km's. I have very low oil pressure ... A: It may be an oil pump failure but it's more likely that the oil pickup screen is partially clogged, ... | |
| O2 Sensor cleaning messed up my 4Runner | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4x4 auto w/ 3.4 liter engine 170,000 mi. Check engine light ... A: The front and rear O2 sensors are not interchangeable they have different functions so put the rear ... | |
| Camry shifting problem | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I am driving a 2005 Toyota Camry LE. The check engine lights on, and I can not drive up to 35mph ... A: First check the transmission fluid condition, does it look dark and smell burned? If so it's a good ... | |
| 1993 camry fan | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I read the other article about overheating with the hydrolic fan on the 1993 toyota camry, Im having ... A: In my previous replies to this problem was to check the electric solenoid valve on top of the power ... | |
| Starter??? | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1995 xls Toyota Avalon. It has close to 400,00 miles on it. Well my car is having problems ... A: From what you told me so far I don't know if it's the starter, check and make sure the battery ... | |
| 1992 camry airconditioner not cooling | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: 1992 camry 4 cyl with replaced compressor and coversion to new freon about 5yr ago when no cooling ... A: I don't think these problems are related unless there is some electrical wire damage or short ... | |
| 02 Sensor | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1990 camry 4 cylinder with 209,000 miles . I already changed the top 02 sensor. When I look ... A: There are two sensors as you know, the one in front of the catalityc converter which reads the ... | |
| 1997 Toyota RAV4 | 9/3/2011 |
| Q: My 1997 RAV4 i making a rapping sound from the area where the belts are and it runs HOT. Temp gauge ... A: It's hard to say what the noise is but it sounds like there may be a problem with the timing belt or ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Camry XLE V6 | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: I reaklly appreciate you'ere devoition to answering questions. My Camry is idiling at 2000RPMS ... A: This may be due to excessive carbon deposits in the throttle body so I would recommend cleaning the ... | |
| Check Engine Light On 2006 Sienna | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Canadian Toyota Sienna with approximately 68,000 miles on it (odometer is at 110,000 ... A: The first thing to do is to have the computer scanned to find out why the light is on since there ... | |
| 2002 Camry Backup Lights | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Toyota Camry (5 speed manual transmission/4 cylinder). Recently, both backup lights ... A: Check the bulbs first, it's possible both are burned out, there is no seperate fuse for just the ... | |
| MR2 SW20 Electrical fault, ABS ECU? | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 98 MR2 SW20, Japanese beams redtop engine model. Approx. 140,000 klms and has been sitting ... A: I would be more inclined to believe that there is a wiring problem, I would have the electrician ... | |
| passenger rear window | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: I had both windows put back on tracks a year ago. the one rear on passenger side came off again. I'm ... A: The door panel is mostly held on with plastic clips but there are a couple of screws, remove the ... | |
| 2007 Corolla coolant type | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: Sorry for a kind of repeat question, but in looking over previous coolant questions I got confused. ... A: It is supposed to have the super long life coolant, there are a few compatible coolants but I would ... | |
| Toyota camry 2005 LE | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a toyota camry 2005 LE with 83500 miles on it. Of recent i have noticed that while i turn the ... A: Yes it's most likely the steering shaft, toyota has issued a service bulletin or two, there are ... | |
| speed sensor | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1995 T-100.The check engine light is on.The code comes up speed sensor.My tuck doesn't have ... A: There is a speed sensor built into the speedometer which sends a speed signal to the computer, it ... | |
| speed sensor | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1995 T-100.The check engine light is on.The code comes up speed sensor.My tuck doesn't have ... A: Somewhere around that time toyota changed from a speedo cable to a vehicle speed sensor, check under ... | |
| P0441 | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: IM ABOUT TO GO NUTS. I HAVE A CODE P0441 . THE ONLY THING WE CAN FIND WRONG IS ITS DRINKING GAS. I ... A: It's usually something more simple than that, have you tried replacing the gas cap? If not do that ... | |
| 1999 Camry Stalls at idle | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: Recently purchases a 1999 Toyota Camry 4 cyl. with 70,000 original miles. When engine is hot ( ... A: I don't think the canister is the problem, since plugging those hoses causes the problem to stop ... | |
| RE; ABS ECU | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Sienna with 200,000 miles. When outside temps and the van is warmed up, with no ... A: At this point I don't agree, do you have the diagnostic code numbers when it was looked at by the ... | |
| 1999 Camry Stalls at idle | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: Recently purchases a 1999 Toyota Camry 4 cyl. with 70,000 original miles. When engine is hot ( ... A: It sounds like the purge vsv is staying open, when it's operating it there should be a rapid ... | |
| Window & Lock Problem 2004 Avalon | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: A couple of months ago my wife left the driver side window on my 2004 Toyota Avalon down. The car ... A: It seems that the water that entered had something to do with this, possibly a malfunction with the ... | |
| 1991 land cruiser EFI relay | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 91 land cruiser with the chronic relay overheating problem I have found many blogs about ... A: Toyota had not come up with a fix for this, I really don't have a solution as well, I have seen a ... | |
| Airbag ligh on 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: My son recently dismantled the seats on his 2007 Toyota Tacoma and now the airbag lights are on. ... A: The seats have sensors in them, the passenger seat has an occupation sensor, this sensor needs to be ... | |
| 4 Runner running problem | 8/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 93 4Runner with 3L A/T,4x4.A/C that I bought with a bad motor.I bought a JDM engine/trans ... A: You may want to consider a partially restricted catalityc converter or a fuel pressure regulator ... | |
| 1999 Sienna power sliding door problem | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: The power sliding door on my 1999 Sienna will open just fine, but not close. Using any of the 3 ... A: Toyota had issued a few service bulletins in the past but here is a post from someone who seemed to ... | |
| 93 toyota truck , 22re , died and will not start . | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: i have a 93 toy, 22re , 5 speed , it has 114k on it and has been kept up very well , it has clean ... A: I kind of suspect a bad airflow meter I would at this point try another one and make sure the ... | |
| Ball Joint Replaced | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a 95 Camry LE 4 door 4 cyl automatic. Meinkie punctured the ball joint rubber boot while ... A: I have no experience with aftermarket ball joints but those should be ok it's a well known national ... | |
| 1998 Corolla misfire on cylinder #3, now it wont start | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Toyota Corolla VE 1.8l engine. It has 182,000 miles on it was running but some times ... A: The most likely cause is the fuel pump, there is a check connector under the hood, it has a plastic ... | |
| Wheel Bearing Noise? | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: Ted, I have a 2001 Chevy Prizm, which I understand is a Toyota Corolla with Chevy emblems. I have ... A: The bearings don't require any additional grease, they come prelubed so that's not the problem, it ... | |
| 93 camry v6 radiator fan | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: The fan spins at a low rpm when idling. I don't hear it go any faster when engine temp gets a little ... A: I believe this model has the hydraulic cooling fan which is run by pressure off the power steering ... | |
| 07 sienna will not start | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I pulled into my carport, shut down the car, but then turned over the key so that I could listen to ... A: Those battery "eyes" are not always reliable, we need to start somewhere and the first thing is to ... | |
| Diagnostic code | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: Ted, I have a 2003 Toyota Sienna. The check engine light came on and using a diagnostic tool, I came ... A: The O2 sensor sends a voltage signal to the computer by measuring the oxygen content in the exhaust ... | |
| RE:VSC trac light on | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I had the VSC trac light and the check engine light come on at the same time two days ago. I was ... A: The VSC/TRAC lights turn on when the check engine light turns on, this is by design, as soon as the ... | |
| car over heating | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: ..i have a 1994 toyota camry 3.0 and its over heating only when the car its a stop or a red light, ... A: You need to consider a possible blown headgasket, it can be checked using a kit from an autoparts ... | |
| air bag and manifold leak | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased 2000 tundra. 122k miles. The seller stated that the seats had been removed for ... A: Check under the seat for any wiring that may have been disconnected, if nothing can be found you ... | |
| transmission shift lever push button/nss | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: my daughter has a 1998 toyota avalon, at times the push button to engage the transmission will not ... A: I don't think it's the NSS, it's more likely something binding up in the shift mechanism, try ... | |
| 98 Camry freon | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: 94 Camry, what kind of freon (R12 or R123) to recharge ? Can I use houeshold AC unit freon ... A: You can only use automotive freon. I 1994 most car makers switched over to the R-134 freon, the way ... | |
| 2011 Toyota Avalon Wind Noise | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: We just purchased a brand new 2011 Avalon w Sport Trim. We immediately discovered loud and annoying ... A: Toyota has not issued a technical service bulletin for a fix for the noise, they have issued an ... | |
| check eng, trac off and vsc all light up | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: 2005 Sienna about 99K, Three lights (check engine, vsc and Trac off)light up at the same time. Code ... A: There are a total of four sensors, two in front of the cataliyc converters and two behind the ... | |
| check eng, trac off and vsc all light up | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: 2005 Sienna about 99K, Three lights (check engine, vsc and Trac off)light up at the same time. Code ... A: DTC P0037 is a bank 1 sensor 2 malfunction, sensor 2 is always behind the catalityc converter and ... | |
| outer cv joint | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: we have a 1990 camry, dlx, with automatic tranny, 2 wheel drive. A basicCan the outer cv joint be ... A: I have never been able to take one apart either, I don't think it's possible the way they are put ... | |
| 2002 Prius | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at buying an 02 Prius with 200k miles My question is is the battery dies can just the ... A: As far as I know the individual cells are not availble, at least not from toyota, there may be an ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Camry | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: My '02 Camry SE has never given me a day of trouble until yesterday. It would not start at all. ... A: That doesn't sound right, if it was the case the check engine light should stay on, can they do an ... | |
| toyota camry sv21 91 model | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: since purchasing it i have repaired a lot of things on it but it has been running well up until i ... A: Always replace the bearing and hub together. Not sure how replacing an alternator belt can cause ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Sequoia OBD system "not ready" for testing | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: My 2002 Toyota Sequoia limited is not passing the emission test because the on-board diagnostic ... A: There are several monitors that must be completed before they can do the smog test, can you tell me ... | |
| voltage meter | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: Let me start by acknowledging that I totally understand if you do not answer this because you are ... A: My best guess would be that there is an alternator problem, do you have an actual volt/ohm meter ... | |
| 1999 Toyota Sienna | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I'm sorry for the duplicate message if you did receive the first question, however, I did not ... A: the least likely cause is the knock sensors, there are two other causes, one is a wring problem( ... | |
| 1999 Toyota Corolla LE Idle Circuit | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: Corolla has been very reliable vehicle, however; recently at cold start engine runs rough with speed ... A: Try cleaning the inside of the throttle body, carbon deposits in the throttle body can cause these ... | |
| Brakes problem | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Toyota Camry. I started getting soft pedal so my husband changed out my front pads ... A: The vibration/pulsation of the brake pedal can cause the soft pedal feel, I would suggest replacing ... | |
| 1990 toy pu 2wd auto 22rec | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: Takes too long to shift out of first, recently had timing chain kit installed no warning lights on , ... A: Check the throttle pressure cable on the throttle body next to the accelerator cable, it should have ... | |
| 98 Toyota Camry rpm drop | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: We have a 98 Toyota Camry. It has about 207000 miles. The engine was rebuilt about 60000 miles ago. ... A: Yes I agree, it is difficult to figure this out especially if I don't have access to the car, it ... | |
| corolla window motor | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I have to replace the window motor on my 2000 corolla, driver side. 1. do i have to replace the ... A: Yes that's the only opening to get the regulator out, both regulator and motor are removed together, ... | |
| 98 Toyota Camry rpm drop | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: We have a 98 Toyota Camry. It has about 207000 miles. The engine was rebuilt about 60000 miles ago. ... A: This sounds more like an electrical problem affecting the ignition system somehow, check the brake ... | |
| 99 Rav4 Stalling | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Rav4 automatic with 85700 miles on it. it's been stalling occasionally when pulling ... A: this does sound like a possible electrical issue, possibly spark plug wires, dist cap,rotor, you ... | |
| Toyota highlander | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Highlander in exc. condition. Took for oil change and 5 mins after I left the VSC and ... A: I think they fixed it but didn't tell you the truth, I've seen this many times after a shop changes ... | |
| My carmy 2003 accelerator Problem | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: i also want to complain about my accelerator Problem. anytime i remove the battery from the car and ... A: This is a somewhat common problem, the inside of the throttle body needs to be cleaned, there is too ... | |
| A/C in Toyota Avalon | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Toyota Avalon with an A/C unit that is not working. The unit only blows warm air ... A: My guess would be as good as yours, yes it could be the expansion valve, it could also be a ... | |
| VSC lights, | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2006 4Runner 4.0L V6 with 4WD. I started to have intermittent warning lights showup for ... A: The C1223 code just means that there is a malfunction detected in the ABS system, the C1245 is more ... | |
| Check engine light, P1765 code | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: We have a 2002 Sienna. Check engine light came on and we had it diagnosed with the P1765 code ... A: My best guess is that the shift solenoid valve should be replaced, I personally have not had this ... | |
| wont idle slight surge when driving | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1978 toyota corolla sr5 liftback 2tc motor, has been driving great , today it started ... A: It sounds like it's an intake air leak, possibly the intake manifold gasket or carburetor base ... | |
| Rack and Pinion Boot and Strut Mount | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: When replacing a strut mount, would a toyota repair person notice a torn boot? I took my toyota ... A: Yes they "should" notice a torn boot but I'm not so sure that this is where the noise is coming ... | |
| Toyota Corrolla 2001 | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: My 2001 Corrolla has just over 115K miles on it. Oil changed every 5000 - 6000 miles. My question ... A: It could as simple as cleaning the inside of the throttle body using a can of spray intake cleaner ... | |
| Engine problem with 2001 Rav4 Edge Manual gearbox | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: We are at the end of our tether with the Rav4 Edge 2001 manual that we bought nearly a year ago. It ... A: I don't think it's the coils either, it's something that affects all of the cylinders at one, the ... | |
| fuel | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I was going out of my driveway and the engine just quit. It will spin over but wont crank. I checked ... A: Locate the diagnostic check connector under the hood and put a jumper wire between the terminals B+ ... | |
| 2009 Corolla oil change/filter | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: After searching over the internet for information on how to change the oil and filter on the 2009 ... A: Oil filter replacement requires a special socket that fits on the black filter housing, these are ... | |
| sunroof | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: how do I initialize my 2004 camry sunroof. A: 1. Push and hold down the “TILT UP” side of the switch until the moon roof tilts all the way up and ... | |
| Toyota 97 Camry LE V6 - Trac Off light | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a '97 Toyota Camry with about 93,000 miles on it. My question is about the Trac Off light, ... A: Autozone etc can only get engine control codes but you may want to start there, if the check engine ... | |
| idle problem | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1994 celica 2.0gt import it idles ok when you first start up but after the auto choke goes ... A: It sounds like there may be an intake air leak or vacuum leak at the manifold, check the intake hose ... | |
| irregular throttle corolla 2011 s | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: hard to keep a steady speed when you let off the petal just a little , drops 200 to 400 rpm acts ... A: Most of the newer transmission tend to shift a little more than most people are used to so this may ... | |
| dog bone mount | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1999 toyota avalon and have just been informed that i will soon need 2 dog bone mounts. i ... A: The dog bone mount is located at the upper front of the engine, it connects to the bracket on the ... | |
| A/C clutch problems | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: Ted, on 6/28/10 Jeff asked about the green button going off and on, causing the clutch to stop and ... A: The most common reason for the light to flash is that the freon pressure is too low, if that is not ... | |
| Toyota Camry 2003- AC | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: My Toyota Camry EX just crossed 100,000 miles. Twice yesterday the car turned off when I turned the ... A: Most stalling problems at idle are caused by carbon deposits on the inside of the throttle body, I ... | |
| ac compressor | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: the ac compressor makes a screeching noise when it engages, the noise goes away after about 1 ... A: You did'nt mention the year and model but this may only be due to a loose drive belt, some models ... | |
| service-100000 miles | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toyota Rav 4 which is a 55 plate. It has done 50,000 miles and it has a full service ... A: What they are probably going to do is the major maintenance service, call the dealer and ask them ... | |
| idle | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: i removed the battery cables to clean them and reinstalled them now the engine will not idle A: This usually happens because the throttle body has a lot of carbon build up on the inside, the ... | |
| vss problem | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a 94 Camry le v6 auto with 116k miles. I just bought the car for $750 and it used to die, but ... A: The P0500 is a speed sensor code, the other two are transmission shift solenoid malfunction codes, ... | |
| 2005 Toyota Corolla LE Fuel Pump | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: The fuel pump on my Toyota went out this morning. My uncle is a starter/alternator mechanic and he ... A: The problem may not be the fuel pump, there are some known problems with the engine control modules ... | |
| rav4 | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: Does a 99 rav 4 have a maf. The code is po171? A: It does'nt use a MAF sensor it has a MAP sensor (manifold absolute pressure sensor) located on the ... | |
| 2000 Land Cruiser/New vs. refurb starter | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: Is there any reason to prefer a new starter to a refurb for a 2000 Land Cruiser? A: Reliability is one factor, Toyota usually sells remanufactured starter which are as good as new and ... | |
| 05 SR Hilux D4d sloppy gear stick | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: . My 05 hilux SR D4d gear stick is really sloppy... It moves nearly all the way around the shift ... A: This can be fixed by replacing the bushings inside the shift tower in most cases unless the shifter ... | |
| Matrix transmission | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Matrix 5 speed with 90k miles When I was on the thruway it would go from 4th and 5th ... A: I'm not aware of any chronic transmission problems with the Matrix. Before I would replace/rebuild ... | |
| 01 Toyota Tacoma 2WD BAD gas mileage | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a used 2001 Tacoma 2WD Ext cab a few months ago. 13 gallon tank i believe, and I'm ... A: You sure can't trust those people that sold it to you, most likely they took the check engine light ... | |
| Toyota Avalon 2000 | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: I need your advice, please. I have found two codes using a diagnostic tool and wanted to know if ... A: The P0171 code is usually set by a dirty mass airflow sensor (MAF)sensor, it's located on the intake ... | |
| Ect trans 95 toy pu | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: 95toy 2 wh drive4sp auto w/push button o.d.Will not shift out of 1st when cold,but after warm and ... A: No there are no vacuum activated shifting sensors, it's an electronically controlled transmission ... | |
| Ect trans 95 toy pu | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: 95toy 2 wh drive4sp auto w/push button o.d.Will not shift out of 1st when cold,but after warm and ... A: Unfortunately there are no adjustments to change shifting patterns, there seems to be an internal ... | |
| '96 camry Thin Yellow Wire | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: I shot some pictures, I tried several times, but I dont know how to put the pics into this "email". ... A: The more I look into this the more I'm beginning to believe that this connector is a sub harness ... | |
| RAV Tranny Screen at 180k and ECM Replace | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I have done a fair amount of reading about the necessity of tranny screen replacement for the recent ... A: Toyota does not recommend replacing the oil screen, it's a lifetime "filter" unless by visual ... | |
| 89 4x4 V6 starter replacement | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: Do you have some helpful hints on how to get the starter out of my '89 SR5 V6 4x4? (I've ... A: It's a little difficult but can be done, the first thing I always did when replacing these starters ... | |
| 2000 Toyota Sennia | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: 2000 Toyota Sennia 219,000 miles new motor @ 80,000 new transmission @ 120,000. When it's cold or ... A: The idle and stalloing problem is usually caused by a sticking idle air control valve located on the ... | |
| 95 Camry O/D On Off dashlight flashing | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: Just changed oil, filter & pan gasket. Added new fluid. In O/D, the light flashes. Not in O/D, the ... A: There is a diagnsotic trouble code in the computer, locate the diagnostic connector under the hood ... | |
| Alignment off | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: i recently had my 2005 camry aligned when i bought new tires and my repair guy said the shocks ... A: Shocks/struts won't cause alignment specifications to be off unless they had some sort of impact ... | |
| Sienna 2004 | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: ... I was driving when I notice the check light, trac off, and the vsc light came on. This is the ... A: The check engine light turns on because the computer has detected a problem in the engine management ... | |
| 92 4runner automatic locking hubs | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a 92 4runner, 4cyl 265000km manual with v6 transfer case.the automatic hubs are not locking ... A: Remove the lower metal engine rock shield, you will see the actuator attached to the differential, ... | |
| how to disable alarm | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: 1993 Celica GT without owners manual. Just got car and alarm keeps arming itself while the hood is ... A: Most likely this is an aftermarket alarm, look for any fuses that are wired in on the battery under ... | |
| 92 4runner automatic locking hubs | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 92 4runner, 4cyl 265000km manual with v6 transfer case.the automatic hubs are not locking ... A: Most problems with not going into 4x4(no indicator light) are caused by a malfunction of the ... | |
| 1994 toyota camary | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: ok well I had some work done on my camary i had struts put on so it wouldn't be so close to the ... A: I'm not sure what is going on here but it sounds like you are dealing with incomeptent people and ... | |
| 2003 Toyota Tundra hesitation/slipping | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Toyota Tundra TRD i have around 71k miles on it and the problem im having is that when ... A: The throttle body is not the problem, I don't see how they can say there is nothing wrong with it ... | |
| 1996 toyota 4runner limited 3.4 automatic | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: Trans was just replaced runs ok for 5 to 7 miles then quits. turn it off let it sit restart it and ... A: Have an Autozone or other major autoparts stored connect the diagnostic tool to see what trouble ... | |
| timing belt/chain | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: Could you tell if the 2004 toyota sienna xle has a timing belt or chain and if a belt, when do you ... A: The 04 Sienna uses a timing belt, it is recommended to be replaced at 90,000 miles, the cost ... | |
| P1349 on 2002 Camry w/VVTi | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: Almost 200k miles. Replaced complete head w/camshafts due to leaking head gasket - followed steps ... A: Yes, a little difficult but possible. Collapse the tensioner and retain it with the little metal tab ... | |
| TACOMA 2.7 - 4 cyl......problems ? | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: ..Gary here in Oklahoma any problems with this engine...1996&1997 believe they were standard on 4X4 ... A: This engine uses a timing chain which lasts a long time, should not ever need replacement. Other ... | |
| 2000 Land Cruiser: two issues | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I'm having a couple of problems with my 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. The first is a sporadic starting ... A: This is a common problem on the V-8 engines, if everything else electrically is good, ... | |
| toyota yaris | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: My toyota yaris 1999 semi auto ( mileage about 100 000) its gears get locked and then I have ... A: I believe the clutch is hydraulically operated on this model so I would recommend checking for a ... | |
| CEL on '94 Corolla | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a '94 Corolla from the owner, car has about 146k on it and after driving it an hour or ... A: 1994 is the year the change was made from OBD1 TO OBD2, IT MAY HAVE THE OBD2 PORT, LOOK FOR IT UNDER ... | |
| 93 toyota pickup | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: 4 lit 5 speed exstended cab with manual locking hubs my question is im trying to change the ... A: The differential side bering race is pressed into the housing and the roller is pressed onto the ... | |
| 1997 4Runner | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: My 1997 4Runner runs well. The problem is that it idles at 500-600rpm. Especially when the A/C is ... A: Yes the engine light being on may have everything to do with the idle, by the way the throttle body ... | |
| 99 Rav 4 rear seat removal | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: Hey there, I'm trying to remove the rear seat. I'm stumped any help will be greatly appreciated. ... A: The seat cusion part is held down with some spring clips, one on each side, the seat just pops out, ... | |
| Toyota left wheel speed sensor | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: One of our brackets under the car was rattling so we took it in and they re-welded it. Then our ... A: A wheel speed sensor won't cause the instrument problem, just doesn't sound right stay away from ... | |
| AC Pressures and ambient temps | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: I am going to add Freon to my 2000 Toyota and need your expert advice. I am only going to use the ... A: On the R134 system the freon is added with the engine not running, ambient temperature is irrelevant ... | |
| RPM fluctuates/engine dies/cat. converter gets super hot./sputters | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Toyota Celica GT, 189762 miles, 22R, 4 cylinder, carburetor & manual...When i start it ... A: The AAP may be leaking causing the air/fuel mixture to go rich so yes it does sound like a ... | |
| 1997 Toyota Camry check engine light error code P0420 | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Toyota Camry xle 3.0 v6 engine and I was getting the P0420 error code, and took my ... A: The P0420 code is a catalityc converter inefficiency code and is not an O2 sensor code, it actually ... | |
| Soft brakes, engine wants to stall | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Camry 4 cyl. automatic. The brake pedal went soft 5,000 mi. ago. When stopping, the ... A: There may be a problem with the power brake booster or the vacuum hose going to it from the intake ... | |
| 1996 Camry Wire to figure out (again) | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: As I am not a qualified mechanic, maybe I shouldn't have "diagnosed" the situation. Maybe I ... A: Yes I have a wiring diagram, does the wire come out of a connector? Count the number of terminals on ... | |
| CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: 2003 TOYOTA SIENNA I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT THAT KEEPS COMING ON . I HAVE HAD ... A: I understand your frustration but there are two things I need to know so I can help: What are the ... | |
| 2004 Sequoia limited brake problem | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2004 sequioa limited w/ 115,000 mile. My brake light, vsc off and vsc trac lights have been ... A: it's not a master cylinder problem and flushing it is probably not going to help either, there have ... | |
| stalling/low idling | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Toyota Celica GT with 210000 kms. For the 14 months the car has been idling low when I ... A: Most of these stalling type of problems are due to a throttle body that has a lot of varbon deposits ... | |
| Camry Wire to Identify | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a '96 Toyota Camry 4 cyl (LE, 2.2l I believe) There is a thin yellow wire with grey mark ... A: Toyota didn't install alarm systems in 1996 so this must be an aftermarket system, if there is ... | |
| Toyota Corolla - 1993 | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: My son has a 1993 Toyota Corolla, automatic transmission approximately 120K miles. When he drives ... A: The front end shaking is probably due to out of balance or worn tires so they should be balanced. ... | |
| 1992 Camry Sunroof | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: The sunroof on my 92 camry is stuck in the almost fully closed position. It hasn't lifted to seal ... A: In most cases this is either because the sunroof motor is stuck or the cables are broken, you can ... | |
| 90 Toyota Corolla AllTrac fuel injection problem | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: My 90 Toyota Corolla AllTrac (4A-FE) has what I think is an electronic fuel injection problem. ... A: what you need to do is to check for pulse voltage across both terminals of the injector connector, ... | |
| find tdc without the belt on | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: replacing my timing belt on toyota avalon 97.everything went well besides the crank pulley bolt who ... A: The timing belt sprockets have notches on the edges, line them up with the dimples on the sheet ... | |
| sticking cam chain aduster | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: Has a 22r mt and is an automatic.Has an irregular timing chain rattle.Sometimes no rattle for 3-4 ... A: Yes the rattle could be caused by a chain tensioner or loss of oil pressure, it's difficult to say ... | |
| 99 4runner Starter removal | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I have removed the starter from my 1999 4runner but i cant find room to completly remove the ... A: The starter will come through the fenderwell opening, I usually bend the sheet metal a little and ... | |
| toyota smoking. | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: My Toyota started smoking blue/white smoke on startup and a bit on pulling away, runs like a dream ... A: Blues smoke is usually caused by the engine burning some oil, white smoke/steam is usually caused by ... | |
| 98 toyota Corolla headlight troubles | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I will do my best to keep this short. I bought this 98 corolla it had light damage to the right ... A: What you need to check is for a loss of ground to the headlight system, if you look under the dash ... | |
| '93 Toyota P/U | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: Truck info: 1993 Toyota Pickup, Extended Cab, 5-speed, 2WD, V6 3.0L. Mileage: 253,4??. Here's ... A: I don't think that the timing belt is the problem but can't rule it out, that knocking noise is ... | |
| Toyota pickup 4WD inop | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: We have a 1994 Toyota pickup, V6, 5-spd manual, Auto locking front hubs. When the transfer is ... A: There are two main causes for this, the front differential uses a vacuum operated actuator to engage ... | |
| 2004 A/C pressure readings | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: What should the pressure readings be for my RAV4 for proper operation on a typical day temp of about ... A: Those gauges won't work on your a/c system which is R-134, the fittings are different but to answer ... | |
| 98 4Runner 130k 5 speed | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: Will not shift into any gear. Came on very quickly. Leaking water from passenger side of engine ... A: Possibly a hydraulic leak, check the clutch fluid, is it low? If so check for a leak at the slave ... | |
| Low Idle | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Camry, 4 Cylinder. Just had the starter and starter relay changed last night. The car ... A: This happens a lot after the battery is disconnected on these engines, here is how to fix this: ... | |
| 1997 4Runner AC | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: Ted: I have a 1997 4Runner with lots of miles on it but mechanically, it is rock solid....except ... A: The expansion valve is located inside the evaporator housing underneath the glove box,remove the ... | |
| Toyota Corolla Transmission | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Toyota Corolla with approximately 185K miles. I have had problems with harsh shifting ... A: Toyota did issue a service bulletin TC008-04 that addresses this condition here is the warranty ... | |
| Toyota Sienna 2000 freon leakage | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: I have to fill up A/C system with new freon every 4-5 mths. Mechanics can't find the leak, even with ... A: Look underneath the van you will see two a/c lines going back to the rear a/c near the exhaust pipe, ... | |
| toyota corolla difficulty engaging 2nd and 3rd gear | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a toyota corolla 1.4 2000. I purchased the car 2 weeks ago and have found it has problems. ... A: The problem is probably not the transmission oil levle. Check the fluid level under the hood in the ... | |
| Sienna check-Engine light flashing | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: Mine is doing the same thing - Check engine light comes on after driving a while and engine runs ... A: Thye check engine light usually flashes because the catalityc converter is overheating which in turn ... | |
| Antenna on 2003 Sequoia | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: my antenna on this 03 Sequoia went "kaput" It is stuck in the middle, will not go up, will ... A: The antenna itself is about $140 at the dealer for the complete antenna, the antenna can be removed ... | |
| 1996 toyota camry | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a camry with am ecm 1. i thought all cars after 1996 were supposed to have an ecm 2. is ... A: You can get trouble codes by putting a jumper wire in the diagnostic check connector under the hood, ... | |
| 2001 toyota tacoma | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: crossed battery terminals. Wont start but can push start. Replaced battery and starter relay. Turn ... A: there are some blown fuses, with the key on check each fuse inside on the dash lower left and the ... | |
| 2004 Sienna | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: My steering wheel gets tight when turning and there is a clicking sound when slowing and turning. ... A: How high on the temperature gauge does it overheat? Does it overheat only when driving or only when ... | |
| 1992 Toyota Paseo Issues :( | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: Our paseo is a standard, we changed the fuel filter about two months ago.. We have been having ... A: It could be tyhe fuel pump. you would have to have the pressure checked or you can try a quick test ... | |
| Stalls after start up | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: I can turn the engine over fine, but she will not stay on unless I keep the gas pedal depressed. ... A: These kinds of problems are usually intake system related, check for any cracks or loose clamps in ... | |
| 1995 Corolla won't start; has theft deterrent system | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: Ted: I managed to hook up the battery backwards in my 95 Corolla; I replaced the battery and it ran ... A: There is a difference between theft deterrent and keyless entry, theft deterrent may be factory ... | |
| Engine will not start. | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: The engine died (felt like suddenly running out of gas) in my 1994 1.6L 5-speed manual Geo Prizm ... A: Ok it sounds like it's getting fuel and no spark, remove the distributor cap and see if the rotor ... | |
| 94 Camry losing power under acceleration | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: My car has stumped about 1/2 a dozen mechanics so far. Loses power under acceleration, wont go over ... A: please keep in mind that there are two catalityc converters, the one in the front under the exhaust ... | |
| 1993 Previa LE 2wd jerking/loss of power question | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: Ok, so I have a 1993 Toyota Previa LE 2wd automatic van, with 186,000 miles, and over the past year ... A: It seems a while back there was a problem with the wiring from the throttle position sensor to the ... | |
| 1995 Corolla won't start; has theft deterrent system | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: Ted: I managed to hook up the battery backwards in my 95 Corolla; I replaced the battery and it ran ... A: CANCELING OF THE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM IN THE SET CONDITION Check if the theft deterrent indicator ... | |
| P0420 | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: Ted I just purchased a 2000 camry CE it has 142k on it I don't know for sure if the o2 AF/AV sensors ... A: There is no service bulletin available for this model year camry with this VIN#, the cat converter ... | |
| A.I.P assembly replacement | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: I have an 07 Tundra SR5 V8 TRD 4x4 and I keep getting the codes P2440 and P2443 set. The truck goes ... A: Some 2007 – 2008 model year Tundra and 2008 model year Sequoia vehicles may exhibit a MIL “ON” ... | |
| Engine will not start. | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: The engine died (felt like suddenly running out of gas) in my 1994 1.6L 5-speed manual Geo Prizm ... A: The fuel pump does not turn on when the key is on, only while cranking the engine, after that the ... | |
| 2004 Camry battery keeps dying | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Camry. If we don't drive the car for three to five days the battery goes dead and ... A: I agree that it should not draw the battery down in that time period, I know the dealer said there ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Corolla - Oil lost, Catalytic converter Error code | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: 2002 Toyota Corolla - automatic - 236,000 miles - driven 600 miles a week, mostly at highway speed ... A: It could very well be the valve seals, a sign that the seals are bad is usually some blue smoke from ... | |
| Electrical problems with Toyota Corolla CE | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: I own a 2005 Toyota Corolla CE. When I was driving it the other night, the car surged and all ... A: Most likely there are a couple of blown fuses for some reason, there are fuses both under the hood ... | |
| 2003 Sequoia Rear Hatch Not Opening | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Sequoia and already have had the infamous rear hatch handle break. I have fixed this ... A: This is very difficult and time consuming, the problem is that most likely the lock actuator is ... | |
| 97 camry le won't start | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: My 97 Camry LE, now with 278k miles was our 3rd car until my wife’s car died 3 years ago and she ... A: To get the doors open contact the toyota dealer and give them the VIN#, it's on the registration or ... | |
| Matrix | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I asked you the question about my Matrix going from 4th and 5th into neutral Your response was worn ... A: Ok thanks for the reply, it's out of warranty so it really doesn't matter if there was a "design ... | |
| steering lock jamed | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: my car(Toyota corolla 1987) the steering lock is jammed. i tried fixing it and could not remove the ... A: As you probably know there is a release pin on the lock cylinder housing but the key has to be put ... | |
| lefter taping | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1992 Lexus ES300 3.0L MFI DOHC 6cyl i had the heads redone but didnt replace the cams or ... A: It's probably too much clearance in a couple of valves, the valce clearance will have to be checked ... | |
| Brake Lights Out | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: my brake lights won't work. I replaced the bulbs but that didn't work either. I haven't checked my ... A: See if you can get the testlight and then check for voltage to both sides of the fuse. If that's the ... | |
| RAV4 engine light and history | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: Rav4 2001, Engine light came on, catilic converter needs to be replace. It has 75500 miles on it. I ... A: The only way the codes are cleared is if the battery is disconnected or erased using a diagnostic ... | |
| 1994 Toyota Camry | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: My son changed out old battery in his toyota after changing it out nothing won,t come on in it now. ... A: What usually happens is that the alternator fuse under the hood in the fuse box next to the battery ... | |
| 4runner(lackin power?? | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: hey man, i have a toyota 4runner (1994) its a 3.0 3vz-e motor. mt family bought this almost new and ... A: If there is steam coming from the exhaust it means that the headgaskets are probably leaking ... | |
| 2006 RAV4 Transmission | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2006 RAV4, 152.000 miles. Never had a change of transmission fluid. A non-toyota mechanic ... A: I would suggest having the fluid changed, this model uses WS (world standard) transmission fluid ... | |
| 93 camry fuel injector issues | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: Changed o rings on injectors after noticing leak at #4. All was fine. Next day #1 was leaking. Car ... A: No I don't see how the fuel leak would cause the electrical power loss, I would recommend the ... | |
| toyota rav 4 oil overfill | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: can having too much oil put inthe engin cause the top cover engine gasket to leak as well as the oil ... A: Tha would depend on how much overfilled it was, if only about a quart it won't have any effect but ... | |
| clunk Sound Half shaft? | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I had Meinkie replace the half shafts on my 1995 4 cyl LE Camry in Feb 2009. Then a year late they ... A: The wobble could be caused by a bent wheel or tire tread problem, not sure without driving the car ... | |
| 1991 Camry DX 3sfe 249,000 miles | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I recently had our Camry 3sfe head overhauled by a machine shop due to a burnt exhaust valve on #3 ... A: Yes, valve clearance 0.05" over the maximum limit can cause a valve noise so the first thing would ... | |
| clunk Sound Half shaft? | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I had Meinkie replace the half shafts on my 1995 4 cyl LE Camry in Feb 2009. Then a year late they ... A: I don't think the axles can make this type of noise, the differential gears can possibly do this, ... | |
| 1990 Toyota Celica GT Fluxuating throttle | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: When my Celica is in neutral, it will continuously throttle up and down. I never use my AC, but when ... A: This may be cuased by air trapped in the cooling system, check the coolant level and the reservoir ... | |
| celica high idle | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: when i turn on my 93 celica gt 5 speed the cooling fan comes on before i even start the car whether ... A: Yes that is too high, check the throttle cable and make sure it's not hanging up, it may help to ... | |
| drivers side power window | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: the moter works, the cable is good, is there a clip or something that holds the window at the ... A: Thyere is no clip holding the window on the bottom, What is the window doing, what is the problem ... | |
| SETTING IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: My query is with regard to setting correctly the ignition distributor back into the block of my 1985 ... A: It sounds like it's about one tooth off, remove the cap and mark where the rotor is pointing, pull ... | |
| water in oil | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: My sister had been driving her 07 corolla only a few hundred yards at a time in winter NY for ... A: Yes the automatic transmissions have a drain plug on the metal oil pan, they are filled back up ... | |
| toyota celica cooling fan | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: when i turn on my 93 celica gt 5 speed the cooling fan comes on before i even start the car whether ... A: It sounds like the cooling fan temp sensor is either disconnected or it's malfunctioning. It's ... | |
| sienna catalytic converter problem | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: for the last 40k miles the check engine light has gone on and off and the dealership has determined ... A: The catalityc converter is an emission control device, it's sole function is to reduce harmful ... | |
| 1997 Toyota Camry 4cyl | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: Engine stalls when accelerating from a stop, surges at running speed, sometimes cuts out at running ... A: Do you have the diagnostic trouble code number from autozones, if not have it scanned again and let ... | |
| sienna catalytic converter problem | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: for the last 40k miles the check engine light has gone on and off and the dealership has determined ... A: your invoice should list them. If not I'll have to assume that it was catalityc converter codes. The ... | |
| vibration at warmup. | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I asked the question and you responded outside your expertise, can you please tell me why? the ... A: If the belt timing iwas off the symptoms would be there all the time and the check engine light ... | |
| Mouse in 2007 Toyota Corolla | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a mouse somewhere in my 2007 Toyota Corolla...there was some nest material/grass in my glove ... A: I would definetely contact the insurance company to ask if they cover these types of incidents, ... | |
| vibration at warmup. | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: I asked the question and you responded outside your expertise, can you please tell me why? the ... A: Does the check engine light ever turn on and go back off while driving? Did this happen right after ... | |
| rough idle | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: I just wanted to double check your previous recommendation b4 I bought the new ignition coils. My ... A: I don't think the coils are the problem with no check engine light on. First check the distributor ... | |
| 1993 Toyota Camry | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: Our 1993 Toyota Camry Le 2.2 died while driving. We changed the fuel pump n efi fuse. we didn't find ... A: The fuel pump does not run when the key is turned on, it will run while cranking the engine and then ... | |
| 1991 totota celica st | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a 91 St celica and it has a problem with exceptionally high idle. When it initially starts, ... A: The hose is probably a vent hose for the tank evap recovery system and is usually connected to the ... | |
| alarm sounding when lights go off. | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: Just recently took my car in for a service. I asked them to check the sounding of the alarm as it ... A: I assume you are talking about the warning sound that goes off when the lights are left on, on most ... | |
| Rav4 o2 sensor error P0038 | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: I have bought recently Rav4 2004,by i have two errors displayed on the screen, VSC trac & Check ... A: Both codes are for the sensor that was replaced, the P0038 indicates a problem with the heater ... | |
| Toyota Camry - locked in? | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Toyota Camry. Some time ago I thought I locked myself in the car and it was a very ... A: You probably have an aftermarket alrm system that has an autolock feature, in most cases the car can ... | |
| Toyota Celica '94 -- stalling issues. | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: A couple of weeks ago I bought a '94 Celica, automatic transmission and every so often I get it ... A: A mechanic that can look at the car based on your complaints is much better able than me to find the ... | |
| 98 Camry blow 100A fuse | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: my 98 Camry parked in Garage over 4 month and the battery was dead. I used a 200A starter and it ... A: Electrical problems like this are too involved to deal with here, there are too may possible places ... | |
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: I went through a car wash and unfortunately forgot to lower my automatic antenna on my 04 Sequoia. ... A: The white cable is part of the antenna mast assembly, I would recommend to get this from a toyota ... | |
| Rear door won't open | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Toyota Sienna and the rear door won't open. It unlocks, but the handle doesn't seem ... A: This is a common problem, the handle needs to be replaced, you can get the door open by reaching ... | |
| Toyota Previa rear axle bearing change | 4/9/2011 |
| Q: I have to change a bearing and oil seal of the rear axle's drive shaft(left side) of Toyota Previa ... A: I can't give step by step instructions but I can tell you that the differential does not need to be ... | |
| Engine won't start, even after battery change | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I own a 2000 Camry V6. It hasn't had any problems until recently, when the automatic locking doors ... A: It sounds like it may have a bad alternator,jump start it again and while the engine is running ... | |
| toyota avalon | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2000 toyota avalon xls. Its got around 160,000 mi and a few days ago the engine and oil ... A: Oil pumps usually don't go out while there is oil in it. When the oil light comes on it's because ... | |
| 5th Gear Failure in 2002 RAV4 Manual transmission | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: 2002 Manual RAV4 AWD currently @ 159000km. All maintenance has been done on schedule and with local ... A: It is unusual to have a transmission problem like this with the Rav 4 at this mileage but it seems ... | |
| 2003 corolla hub run-out | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I installed new pads and rotors on our 03 Corolla about 8 mos and 11k miles ago. The car now has ... A: Axle hubs do not get bent unless there is a hard impact to the wheel, enough to damage the wheel, so ... | |
| Drive axles | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I am working on a 89'Toyota Camry 2000 16valve EFI auto Trans. I'm having a heck of a time getting ... A: The only way the axle will come out is by prying with two large prybars using even pressure on both ... | |
| led light illuminated signifying emission problem | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Toyota Corolla, with about 64,000 miles. I live in Rhode Island. Car was serviced by ... A: Before I can answer any of your questions I would need to have the diagnostic trouble code (DTC). ... | |
| 1993 camry 3.0 | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I have no check engine light and the car will not start. I replaced the ... A: Measure from terminal 3 to ground with the ohm meter, there should be no resistance (0 ohms)or so, ... | |
| Rough Idle | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: 98 corolla(170,000Km) idles rough but drives ok. Especially when coming to a stop, doesnt stall but ... A: The P0441 code is an evap recovery leak code and has nothing to do with the O2 sensor, a pending ... | |
| Burning smell, now a short | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1997 4runner SR5 with a 3.4L and about 212K miles. For the past few years I've occasionally ... A: Since you have experience in electronic and electric circuits you should get a wiring diagram for ... | |
| 1991 Camry DX 2.0 liter | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: Ted, we have a 1991 Camry DX 3sfe, 249,000 miles, automatic, that had no compression on the #3 ... A: The dealer is wrong, a 1991 camry or any other model toyota of that year does not have the ability ... | |
| Rough Idle | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: 98 corolla(170,000Km) idles rough but drives ok. Especially when coming to a stop, doesnt stall but ... A: There have been some problems with the coils on these engines, there are two of them one for each ... | |
| 1998 Camry Air Control Switch | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: The air vent control switch doesn't change the air to the defrost nor blow air to the feet any ... A: Check the cables coming from the dash control knobs, there should be a cable attached to the white ... | |
| 1993 3.0 camry | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: I had recently replaced the engine in this 1993 Camry 3.0 V6. I now have no Check engine light, the ... A: Go to the #9 terminal on the same connector and see if the light still turns on by grounding there. ... | |
| battery light | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: the belt on my 98 4runner V6 has been squealing for awhile and while driving the other day the light ... A: Most likely an alternator problem which can also be intermittent, here is a quick test you can do, ... | |
| 1993 Toyota Camry LE stalling issues | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: Told when we bought the car that it had stalling issues sometimes at stop lights, or after driving ... A: You said the the car ran great after replacing the fuel filter this leads me to believe that there ... | |
| 1989 toyota 4X4 pick up | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: I am very pleased to be able to ask you for your opinion. Thank You! I have 360,000 miles on this ... A: Some thing like this is very hard to diagnose without having access to the truck and even more ... | |
| EGR Valve Removal | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 97 Toyota Celica (5SFE Engine). It has 165,000 miles on it and has been trouble free since ... A: Clogged EGR ports are seldom a problem on this engine, the most common reason for the P0 401 code is ... | |
| 1994 Toyota pickup ignition switch issue | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: My 1994 Toyota, 4 cyclinder pickup manual tranny with 190K miles, still run good if it ... A: The entire switch does not need to be replaced if you can somehow wiggle the key back to the acc ... | |
| Toyota Surf SSRX 2006 | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: My car is experiencing significant loss of power and fuel efficiency, especially in hotter ... A: it sounds like you may have gotten some contaminated fuel somewhere, the reason i say this is ... | |
| coolant leak on 2004 v6 limited edition 4 runner | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: I brought my car into Toyota and they told me my coolant was just about empty and it looked like ... A: Yes I agree, the coolant has to go somewhere, these engines are not prone to headgasket leaks or ... | |
| 1997 Camry Instrument Cluster Lights | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: A portion of my instrument lights are dim and very hard to see. Where are the bulbs located and how ... A: I would recommend the dealer for the bulbs or you can see if a local parts store can match them up, ... | |
| 1994 camry misfire | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 1994 toyota camry LE 4 cylinder back in november. I replaced the water pump,timing belt ... A: It is possible that the belt slipped, you can check the timing marks by just removing the top part ... | |
| Prius brake warning lights | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Car is Prius 2005 T3 45000 miles.All three yellow brake warning lights(VSC, ABS,Brake) and red brake ... A: Have they scanned the computers for any trouble codes, I have no idea what might be wrong without ... | |
| 95 toyota 4 runner 3.0 | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: ok on the front of the block on the drivers side is a part that mounts to the block has a hose ... A: Yes there must be a hose that they blocked off, the knock sensor is located under the intake ... | |
| 95 toyota 4 runner 3.0 | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: ok on the front of the block on the drivers side is a part that mounts to the block has a hose ... A: That is an auxiliary oil cooler that was part of the towing package, one hose goes back to an ... | |
| Oil Sensor? | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Camry 4 cyl 171K miles. I replaced the valve cover gasket. On the side of my motor ... A: That picture looks like it's the knock sensor, there is no oil connection there, it does not go into ... | |
| timing | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: what should i set my timing to on my 1991 previa. I have a manual but cannot find the magic number. ... A: set the timing to 5degrees BTDC with a jumper wire between terminals TE1 and E1 in the diagnostic ... | |
| Potential repairs | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla with 28,400 miles on it. Had a recall and the computer was replaced. ... A: At this mileage there is not much that actually needs to be done, the drive belts do crack on these ... | |
| 1998 toyota corolla ce-manual locks | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I need to know how to replace the exterior driver front door handle. I am a single mom and can't ... A: Does it have power windows? The lock cylinders are different from left to right. You'll have to ... | |
| Coolant going into oil | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I was just wondering, i have a toyota camry CSI 1996 model and the coolant disappears into the oil ... A: The most likely cause would be the headgasket but it's hard to say until the head has been removed ... | |
| Excessive Battery Drain | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I've just been told that I apparently have a short in my 1997 4runner factory installed alarm ... A: I have seen aftermarket alarm system cause the battery to drain but not the factory system. Do you ... | |
| 96 Celica - Starting Issues | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Celica SX. In the last few weeks it has developed a problem starting, and it is ... A: Could be a fuel pump problem, it may not be holding resiual pressure, you can try connecting a ... | |
| 2004 sienna timing belt | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: On the subject Sienna, I have 67,000 miles and the dealer advised the timing belt should be changed ... A: It's "recommended" at 90K miles but can easily go to 120,000 at which time I would also replace the ... | |
| Hose ID | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: I live alone, have no family in driving distance, and only have one car. So when I work on my car I ... A: Toyota doesn't list hose diameter specs, only part numbers, you can order these hoses online at ... | |
| 89 toyota truck 3.0 v6 | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: I put a new distributor cap and rotor on. I took the truck for 5 min. spin and it drove ok. I let it ... A: These engines are prone to headgasket problems, I would recommend that you have it tested for this, ... | |
| Toyota Yaris water pump query | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: my Toyota Yaris T1 (1.1), 2006 with 43 000 kms on clock, recently had it's annual service (always ... A: There have been some cases of leaking water pumps early but it should be covered under the ... | |
| 89 Camry V6 auto trans/losing antifreeze, overheating | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: My car has 183K+, was well-maintained by previous owner (i bought from him last year). The lower ... A: You can get another opinion if you wish but if they checked for hydrocarbons in the cooling system ... | |
| Chech engine light | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: Have a 1997 toyota corolla,86,000 miles, runs great, no problems. I took it in for a simple oil ... A: I don't think so, it may just have happened anyway, can you take it to an autoparts store like ... | |
| Heater Hoses | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: My 1995 Camry LE 4cyl has 172K miles. I never replaced the heater hoses but did replace the upper ... A: I would recommend draining then radiator, if the coolant is clean you can always re use it,the hoses ... | |
| 99 camry P0420 code | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: My 1999 camry, 100,000 miles, 4 cylinder, had the check engine light come on. My repair mechanic ... A: Personally I have not had any bad experiences with aftermarket converters. Even though you don't ... | |
| Dead short | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4 cyl. 110,000 org.miles. I disconnected ground cable from battery & connected a ... A: You're going to read voltage there, this is normal, it's the current you need to be concerned about, ... | |
| 1991 Toyota Tercel | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: My brother has a 1991 Tercel. He accidently put the battery in backwards. When he hooked up the ... A: Open the hood and locate the fuse/relay box on the left side near the battery, open the cover and ... | |
| EFI | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: My 07 Corolla has just over 22,000 miles. I took it in for a recall, and they told me I need an EFI ... A: That's absolute nonsense, not at this mileage, maybe at 60,000 or 90,000 miles, save your money, ... | |
| 2006 Toyota Avalon Touring: | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I have an engine check light that came on a month ago, then after a week or so, I got the VSC light ... A: The VSC light may come on whenever the check engine light turns on this is normal. My next step was ... | |
| sunroof | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: My sunroof for my 2007 camry is stuck in the vent position. When I turn the car of it goes up and ... A: NOTE • Make sure that there is no foreign matter on the guide rail • Make sure that the guide rails ... | |
| 2001 Toyota Corolla P0440 | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I own a 2001 Toyota corolla with only 74,00 miles on it . A light came on P0440 ( replace OEM gas ... A: Here are some of the things that the manual lists that could be the problem: Hose or tube cracked, ... | |
| 1985 4runner motor running bad | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1985 4Runner with the 22RE. When I start the motor it idles fine, but as soon as I start to ... A: It's obvious the engine is getting too much fuel, could be caused by a leaking injector or the cold ... | |
| Where is the transmission deep stick. | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: This is 2008 Toyota Tacoma 2x4, 35k, automatic, v6, rear wheel driver. I can not locate the trans. ... A: On this model there is no dipstick, the transmission fluid is not serviced until about 90,000 miles, ... | |
| 2005 Sienna Power Door | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: I use a remote to operate both power doors and the back hatch. The driver side power door makes a ... A: The power door problems are usually to worn door hinges are rollers or the lower latch, don't have ... | |
| Tire Pressure Light | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: I recently replaced the tires on my 07 Camry with those of the correct size but a different brand. ... A: I have seen this many times before, an independent tire store damaging one of the sensors, most of ... | |
| Strange problem with 1992 4 cyl camry | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a '92 Camry that my daughter was using with about 120K miles. About a year ago, my daughter ... A: If you suspect a feul pump problem you should check the pressure using a gauge attached to the fuel ... | |
| 99 camry P0420 code | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: My 1999 camry, 100,000 miles, 4 cylinder, had the check engine light come on. My repair mechanic ... A: Catalityc converters are warranted for 8yrs/80,000 miles from the factory so it would be out of ... | |
| 1999 toyota camry shut off | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: Just purchased 1999 toyota camry. while driving when I put on brakes to slow, the car started ... A: You said it stalled and then ran ok for several miles,what happened then? Is it running now, if not ... | |
| 2007 Rav4 Spongy Brake Pedal | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: Base,4WD,4cyl,80,000 mi. Brake pedal seems to fade to the floor after initial hit.Pumping helps, but ... A: If it has ABS then it can be a little more difficult to get the air out of the lines. The factory ... | |
| ToyotaAvalon XLS 1999: Fuel Filter & SRS Light | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: The car has 175,000 miles on it, and it runs fine. The fuel filter has never been replaced, so I ... A: Yes I am sure there is no external filter, if you check your owner's manual for recommended ... | |
| 98 Camry LE 2.2L 4-Cyl Will Not Shift to OD | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: My Camry stopped shifting into OD, and I've been told I need to replace the transmission control ... A: It could be the solenoid but I just never replaced any of them for this problem, does the O/D light ... | |
| fuel injector cleaning | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2000 MR2 Spyder with 52,000 original miles. I bought it with 25,000 miles on it and have ... A: Toyota doesn't have a recommendation as to when fuel injectors need to be cleaned, it's up to you. ... | |
| 2005 Toyota Avalon | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: What seals/gaskets would I need to replace in order to repair a oil leak from behind the timing ... A: There are no seals inside the timing cover, this is where the timing chains are and there is oil in ... | |
| fuel delivery on a 92 pickup | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1992 toyota pickup 4x4 3.0 v6 5speed 200,000 miles. the truck has about a 4" ... A: whenever a question starts with "I recently purchased" a red flag pops up because in most cases you ... | |
| ToyotaAvalon XLS 1999: Fuel Filter & SRS Light | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: The car has 175,000 miles on it, and it runs fine. The fuel filter has never been replaced, so I ... A: It doesn't have an external fuel filter, the fuel filter is a lifetime filter and is located inside ... | |
| 94 camry relays | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: In the engine compartment on the left fuse box, there appears to be these 2 relays missing No. 1 fan ... A: One end of the fuse box is triaght while the other is angled, the engine main relay has the 5 pins , ... | |
| 2005 Toyota Avalon | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: What seals/gaskets would I need to replace in order to repair a oil leak from behind the timing ... A: I have to revise my previuos answer, this is the 2GR-FE engine which uses timing chains there are no ... | |
| 98 corrola driver side interior door lock does not work | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: The driver door of my 98 toyota corrolla will not open from the inside. The handle doesn't seem to ... A: Most of the time is simply a linkage plastic clip that fell off either at the handle or at the door ... | |
| TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 80 SERIES 4.5 1993 MODEL | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: This is an import model from Japan, RHD, Automatic, which I bought as a second hand vehicle and have ... A: You need to check for any trouble codes that may be in the computer, you can do this yourself and ... | |
| 1990 Toyota Pick up truck v6 | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: My truck has been having electrical problem a lot lately and I got a new alternater and had it ... A: If the starter only makes a clicking noise when turning the key to start and the headlights stay ... | |
| clutch repair | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I thought I had solved the problem of my '99 Toyota Camry V6 losing power in going up a hill in ... A: I agree with the second mechanic, transmissions don't cause clutches to go bad.It sounds like you ... | |
| brake light fuse | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: My brake light fuse keeps blowing in my 2005 Echo..any suggestions as to why? A: It's most likely a short circuit at the rear where the bulbs are, remve and check the bulb sockets, ... | |
| 95 tacoma bog, poor acceleration and bad gas mileage | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I've a 95 Tacoma extended cab 4x4 3.4L V6 Automatic 146K miles that's driving me nuts. Driveability ... A: I don't think there is a problem with the O2 sensor it sounds more like the timing may be off, if ... | |
| Instrument Cluster Lights | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: In Dec 2010 our temperature gauge light went, and yesterday the speedometer light went out on our ... A: There may be a speedometer cable after all but I'm not sure, some models changed to electronic speed ... | |
| 1995 3.0 timing marks. | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I replaced the water pump and timing belt on my 1995 4runner with the 3.0 v6. We I started it,it ... A: With the crank pulley notch lined up with the zero mark on the cover the cam pulley notches should ... | |
| Instrument Cluster Lights | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: In Dec 2010 our temperature gauge light went, and yesterday the speedometer light went out on our ... A: There is no speedometer cable, the instrument cluster can be removed by removing a couple of screws ... | |
| Maintenance scheduled for a low-mileage Camry | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Toyota Camry XLE V6 that I've owned since buying it new in May 2009. It has a little ... A: The timing belt and the drive belts should be replaced at 90,000 miles or 6year intervals, the ... | |
| '07 Camry 4 cyl | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: engine light on, tested computer, indicates oxygen sensor bad . i talked to a parts guy he said ... A: Yes there is a test that the dealer can do to determine which sensor is not working, it requires ... | |
| 1989 TOYOTA CELICA INTEMITTENT STARTING PROBLEM | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I have read your post from back in 2007 concerning intermittent starting problems in late 80's and ... A: The added relay is used on early 4 Runner and trucks using the 3VZN engine only if nothing else ... | |
| 1998 toyota avalon | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: how do you remove the rear seat of a 1998 avalon i've tried to lift up the seat but it won't come ... A: There is nothing except two clips holding the seat down,they can be difficult to pop up, insert a ... | |
| Engine Light on Cressida 91 | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: Would you decoding the flashing on my Cressida 91 : 2 flashes-2 flashes-2 flashes-Long pause and 5 ... A: It looks like it's a code 22 and a 25, the first is a water temperature sender fault and the second ... | |
| Having problems starting. | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 toyota corolla. I recently (about a week ago) had my cat converter replaced and my Max ... A: If the engine cranks over normally it's not a battery issue, if it takes prolonged cranking to get ... | |
| air bag light | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: i have a 6 cylinder camry and my air bag light is on. what does this mean? thanks. A: It means that the airbag system has detected a malfunction, the first step would be to have a ... | |
| 1999 toyota corolla | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: My car was running fine then all at once I started out on the interstate at about 70 mph and it felt ... A: Since the check engine light turned on there may be an engine misfire, the first thing I would need ... | |
| 2005 Toyota Echo - Windshield Washer | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: .. my 2005 Toyota Echo has a warning light to indicate low windshield washer fluid level. I have ... A: There is a fluid level sensor in the bottom of the waher tank, it can be replaced, it may just be ... | |
| 95 camry 4cyl power steering rack | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: My power steering rack is leaking so needs to be replaced. I've replaced struts and brake pads ... A: I usually remove the rack through the driver's side just to get the steering tower, which is the ... | |
| 2002 toyota camry sunroof | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: My sunroof will not open or close. I got cold one night and I accidently tried to open it. It made a ... A: It soundsl like something broke in the sunroof guide system, possibly on of the cables or an ... | |
| 91 4runner trans prob | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: the two codes were 62 and 63 A: These codes are for 31 and #2 shift solenoids, according to the manual it's an open or short circuit ... | |
| 91 4runner trasmission prob. | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: 1991 4runner w/v6 4wd, been sitting 2 years. replaced fuel pump & filter, got started, but ... A: Locate the diagnostic check connector under the hood, it should be near the right side fender, open ... | |
| 1995 Lexus ES300 instrument panel | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: Everything works on my ES300 instr. panel except the needles(all 4 gauges) don,t "light up". I've ... A: You need to make sure the part numbers on the airbag sensors are the same, I would not recommend ... | |
| shutting off | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: my 1995, toyota camry 4cyl. 2.2 engine keeps shutting off while driving. it all started on the ... A: I need to know why the check engine light comes on, can you take the car to an Autozone, Kragen, ... | |
| 1998 Toyota Tacoma Check Engine Light PO171 | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: Have a 1998 4 cyl automatic Toyota Tacoma with 216k miles. In July 2010, began to run really rough. ... A: Try replacing the MAF(mass airflow sensor) in the intake just past the air filter, it has two ... | |
| 1978 Toyota Corolla EGR valve related question. | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I'm a fellow All Experts myself (in a different category) and after answering questions over the ... A: The carburetors have an idle solenoid on the side it has an electrical connector on it, remove the ... | |
| Input Senors and actuators | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 2007 Toyota Camry from a dealer and then later found out that the engine was from a 2005 ... A: The way to tell which engine you have is to look at the exhaust manifold, the PZEV engine has no ... | |
| Input Senors and actuators | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 2007 Toyota Camry from a dealer and then later found out that the engine was from a 2005 ... A: Both year models used the same engines, either the 4cyl 2AZ-FE or the V-6-1MZ/3MZ-FE, The two V-6 ... | |
| light for shift pattern indicator | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: My letters on my shift pattern indicator are not lighting up,ive looked through the manual and can't ... A: If the resty of the interior illumination lights,a/c heater controls, are working it's not a fuse, ... | |
| 1998 corolla auto | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: i started recieving a check engine light reading lean on bank 1 i also noticed a big loss in fuel ... A: Correction: it uses a MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor which is probably not the problem but ... | |
| 93 Tercel running rich but no error code | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Tercel with the 1.5L 3E-E motor, auto transmission and 125K miles on it, I had just ... A: The continous blinking means there is no trouble codes in the computer. The vacuum reading is good ... | |
| 1978 Toyota Corolla EGR valve related question. | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I'm a fellow All Experts myself (in a different category) and after answering questions over the ... A: Unfortunately I have no printed or electronic illustrations for a car this old. the carburetor has ... | |
| '98 Toyota Avalon | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: We inherited '98 Avalon from my in-laws, now at 140K miles. He replaced front strut tops in Oct 07 ... A: If the struts are not leaking and the car seems stable on the highway the struts probably don't need ... | |
| 98 Toyota avalon XLS Loss of power (Deceleration) on a highway after almost 2hrs driving. | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I have 98 Toyota avalon now it has around 225,000 mileage. I bought this car more 4 years ago and at ... A: Both the codes P0402 and the 1410 are related to the EGR position sensor, they have nothing to do ... | |
| Camry 2007 transmission problem | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have problems with the transmission of my Camry 2007 XLE V6 with 45k mileage , it cant seem to ... A: There are several known issues with the 2007 camry transmissions and toyota has some service ... | |
| Blinking 2WD/4WD Switch Light | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: 2000 Tundra V8 When the 2/4WD switch is pushed it lights green then goes out and then flashes ... A: When the dash switch is pushed the signal goes to the 4 wheel drive control ECU,from there it goes ... | |
| no start | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: Ted, I have a 1993 Toyota T100, 3.0L, 4x2, with manual transmission that will not start (mileage ... A: Since there is pressure from the fuel pump to the fuel rail and there is spark the next step would ... | |
| alternator fuse | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Toyota camry. Do I have to remove the entire fuse box to change the alternator fuse. ... A: You have to unbolt the fuse box from the fender and remove some of the wiring connectors so the fuse ... | |
| harmonic balancer | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: Is it supposed to "spin" on crankshaft pully...and if so what with it's timing mark? I'm doing a ... A: It's not supposed to spin on the crankshaft, notice there is a keyway in the hub of the pulley, this ... | |
| ABS and VSC | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: Ritter, i have a 1998 lexus GS400. i currently have about 175000miles on my car. i am ... A: First of all, the abs/vsc lights are on because of the check engine light, this is by design, these ... | |
| 2001 Toyota Avalon air compressor bearing | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: my toyota avalon squeels when its cold, i believe it is the front bearing in the air conditioner. is ... A: This noise could also be caused by a worn or loose a/c belt. The compressor bearing can be purchased ... | |
| 1995 Camry cruise control | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 95 Camry 4 cylinder, automatic transmission, all power equipped, LE model ... A: Since the car was bought at an auction it's hard to say what may actually be wrong with the cruise ... | |
| check engine light problem | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: My dad has a 2001 V8 Tundra. He has paid over $300 twice to replace a sensor causing the check ... A: I'd actually like a little more information such as what the trouble codes are and what sensor was ... | |
| Transmission | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1988 Toyota SR5 Pickup. It has a 4 cyl 22Re EFI Engine. And an Automatic transmission with ... A: Does the engine reach operating temperature to at least 1/2 on the temp gauge in a short time? The ... | |
| 04 Sienna steering tight | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: ! we have a 2004 Sienna, not sure of the engine type, suddenly the steering has become very tight at ... A: There are a few things that should be checked: the power steering fluid level in the reservoir the ... | |
| fuses for 94 camry+realys | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: Do you know what that yellow stuff is around where the relay suppose to go? Does it denote no ... A: In the relay block near the battery (2nd photo) there are two relays missing, the engine main relay ... | |
| no lights 83 corolla | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I lost running lights, plate light and dash lights, at the same time. 1983 Corolla Wagon, 100k ... A: Make sure the fuse marked "tail" in the fuse panel is good, check it with the teat light on both ... | |
| power window | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: My daughter has a 1998 Rav4, 5sp, 198,000 mi. The drivers window is very slow going up and down and ... A: Thewindow may be binding up at the regulator or the window channels try lubing the rubber window ... | |
| 93 camry trans. | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: Ted, whats up buddy HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! I recently purchased a 93 camry with4cyl.are any other years ... A: First identify which transmission transmission you have, this information can be found on the VIN ... | |
| Toyota corona 1993 engine no. 3SFE | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: ..can you please tell me if my engine is an interference or non-interference engine?? I drove my car ... A: It's a non-interference engine so even if the timing belt breaks there is no engine damage, it ... | |
| 1993 toyota pickup missing | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I have 93 toyota pickup, 23re engine mt. Aprox 28,000 miles on re-man engine. has miss at higher ... A: Yes the wiring from the injectors to the ECM, there should be no more than one ohm resistance with ... | |
| 1993 toyota pickup missing | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I have 93 toyota pickup, 23re engine mt. Aprox 28,000 miles on re-man engine. has miss at higher ... A: the only thing I can think of and that hasn't been replaced yet are the injectors, it doesn't sound ... | |
| Oil Control Valve | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: 2001 Avalon. 126,000 miles. For the past 1-2 weeks this car has had episodes of running ... A: The only reliable way to check the VVTi system is to activate it using a scantool that has this ... | |
| Coolant leak | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: '86 Toy P/U 4X4 251K mi 22r Bad coolant leak (1 gall every 7-10 days). Original leak was freeze ... A: Check at the rear of the cylinder head for the leak, there is a aluminum plate that exhaust gases ... | |
| Overheating Tacoma | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: My 2001 v-6 TACOMA with 155K miles began to overheat when idling after I replaced the timing belt ... A: If it's only overheating at idle and not while driving then I don't see how the radiator could be ... | |
| 1995 Toyota Camry - transmission? | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: Over the last few days the car has been making a funny (screeching)noise that appeared to be coming ... A: Not too sure what this is but if the transmission is making this type of noise and doesn't move the ... | |
| lamp failure module | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm driving a 1993 Camry XLE with over 220 miles. The back lights were not working. My mechanic ... A: A common problem is that there is a short circuit in the wire harness that's attached to the left ... | |
| fuses for 94 camry+realys | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: Do you know what that yellow stuff is around where the relay suppose to go? Does it denote no ... A: There is only one radio fuse on the inside, it sounds like someone removed some relays and fuses, ... | |
| 1994 Toyota Truck 3VZ starts missing at 2250 rpm | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I was trying to troubleshoot the EGR Temp sensor and when I finished, the truck will start fine, run ... A: If this happened after the incident with the battery there may be a blown fuse so you should check ... | |
| 1985 toyota 4x4 pickup sr-5 Charging system help | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: So the other day when i was coming home from work, my truck had died while driving....the battery ... A: I don't have any wiring diagrams for a truck that goes this far back but I think that cable is the ... | |
| 1986 toyota pickup , 4wd, 22r - carb | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a battery drain problem. Replaced alterntor and battery, vehicle started right up. Left it ... A: I agree that there may be a battery drain but using a voltmeter is not accurate, what drains a ... | |
| Radiator Fan Motors | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Toyota Camry 4 cyl with AC. Ted, I don't think the two electric fans that cool the ... A: Since the fans do run when disconnecting the connector it means that all the wiring and the relays ... | |
| 1989 toyota pickup, 22re, fuel filter change | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: Ritter please provide step by step instructions on how you would access and then change the fuel ... A: The starter has one 14mm nut at the top on the intake manifold side of the engine which can be ... | |
| 1989 toyota pickup, 22re, fuel filter change | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: Ritter please provide step by step instructions on how you would access and then change the fuel ... A: The best way to go about this is to remove the starter so there is more room to work with, remove ... | |
| Drive belt train bearing noise 2000 Corolla | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: 2000 Corolla VE, Automatic Engine whine when driving; whine still there in neutral with raised rpm. ... A: The low frequency pulsing noise is probably caused by a weak tensioner, toyota has issued a service ... | |
| MAF | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if a MAF was going bad, would symptoms be rough idle in and out of gear. Just ... A: Since the check engine light is on the first step would be to find out the diagnostic trouble codes, ... | |
| 1999 toyota camry | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a leaky spark plug tube, I think. how do I repair this problem? i'm trying to repair what I ... A: The spark plug tubes are removeable, they are threaded at both ends, remove the valve cover by ... | |
| Radiator Fan Motors | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Toyota Camry 4 cyl with AC. Ted, I don't think the two electric fans that cool the ... A: Both fans should turn on when the A/C is engaged, if they don't come on then it may be a relay ... | |
| 2001 Solara 4-Cyl., 5-Speed Manual | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: just purchased this car with 127K due to excellent reviews and condition of the vehicle *very* ... A: If a delay is required from 2nd to 3rd to avoid grinding then that indicates a problem with the ... | |
| 2001Sequoia Mast | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I have read the posts about replacing the mast, but I don't quite understand how to remove the old ... A: If a part of the cable is broken off and still inside then you have to remove the antenna motor and ... | |
| 99 Camry accellerator sticks | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: Sometimes when my foot is off the accelerator pedal, and then I try to press it down, the ... A: The problem is carbon inside the throttle body, there is an easy fix for this, pick up a can of ... | |
| 2000 Toyota 2.2 L Camry | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: Have knocking noise.Changed lower rod bearings.No help. Could it be piston slap,wrist pin on ... A: It could be any of those except a warped head. See where the noise is originating from, use a piece ... | |
| 1994camry | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: i heard aknocking in my engine i removed the oil pan and the #4con bearing which inotice was worn ... A: Probably yes, if there are minor scratches they can be cleaned up using some strip fine emery ... | |
| '01 Toyota Sequoia stalls at idle following battery change | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a '01 Sequoia with 218k miles, a new transmission at 80k miles, a new alternator, new plugs ... A: If you have read my past answers you should have come across the recommendation to clean the inside ... | |
| Noises in turning steering wheel | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: My 2004 Toyota Camry XLE /4door has 63K miles and just began to make noises in the steering wheel ... A: If thenoise seems like a squeeking/ rubbing noise it's usually caused by a dry dust seal where the ... | |
| 2006 corolla 120,000km P0171 | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: My 2006 corolla, check engine lights on, I retrieve the code P0171 system lean. some friends told me ... A: I don't recommend brake cleaner, I tried it once and ended up having to replace it, never had a ... | |
| Losing oil without an oil spot in the parking space | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1991 Toyota Tercel automatic transmission car with just over 55,000 total miles. I'm the ... A: In most states, including Texas, it's against the law to do any repair work without customers prior ... | |
| High Idle on a 93 toyota 4 runner | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Toyota 4 runner v6 3.0L.5sp4x4. Lately my idle has gone from 1000 rpm to almost 2,000 ... A: Check the throttle body plate to meake sure it's closing all the way. Clean the inside of it if ... | |
| 2006 corolla 120,000km P0171 | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: My 2006 corolla, check engine lights on, I retrieve the code P0171 system lean. some friends told me ... A: If the engine is idling normally without misfiring then the intake gasket is not the problem, in ... | |
| Loss of Dash Lights | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I have a 1998 4runner. Recently I lost my dash lights, HVAC lights, gear position light(on the ... A: The rheostat has a green wire going to it. This should have battery voltage with the headlight ... | |
| Possible sunroof leaking on 04 Sienna | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: We are having some sort of drainage issue on our Sienna after a rain/carwash. We have a sunroof so I ... A: There are four sunroof drain tubes, two in fornt and two in the rear, most of the time it's the ... | |
| Changing dash illumination lights | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I want to change the light bulbs that illuminate gauges and controls on my 1988 Camry sedan. The ... A: The instrument cluster can be removed from the dash,first remove the screws that attach the trim ... | |
| clutch shudder 1st/rev when warm | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1994 pup: clutch replaced at 130k and new clutch shuddered in 1st/rev when clutch was ... A: If this clutch shuddering was not here before the clutch was replaced then it makes sense that this ... | |
| 2000 toyota celica gt random misfire | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2000 toyota celica gt the engine is a 1zzfe it has a random misfire the check engine light ... A: This can be caused by a malfunction that affects all cylinders, usually an intake leak, mixed up ... | |
| AC | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I have a 2005 Sienna with 120,000 miles. I recently took the car in for scheduled maintenace ... A: Yes, obviously something happened during this service, by refresher service I assume that they ... | |
| Gear Removal | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: My 1995 4 cyl 170K miles Camry LE has several oil leaks. There was a 5 inch puddle under the motor ... A: After removing the oil pump clamp the gear in a vise and remove the 14mm nut, the gear can then be ... | |
| 94 camry brake lamps | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: The brake lamp failure lamp came on. When I went to replace the bulb it broke, I had the brake ... A: The lamp failure relay is located in the trunk on the left inner fender on a metal brace, remove the ... | |
| Oil Pump | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: My 1995 4 cyl 170K miles Camry LE has several oil leaks. There was a 5 inch puddle under the motor ... A: The torque for those valve cover nuts iq 17ft/lb. Tighten from the middle to the outside. ... | |
| 2004 Toyota Camry XLE Tuner | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: I do most of the maintenance work on my 2004 Toyota Camry XLE. I am not a professional mechanic but ... A: Dealer technicians can not make rpm corrections, there is nothing to adjust as the computer does ... | |
| distributor coil | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: 1992 camry xle 2.2 liter, electronic distributer, car will turn over but wont start. I have been ... A: You can get a 12volt testlight at most autoparts stores for less than $20. The coil is usually ... | |
| 2004 Toyota Camry XLE Tuner | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I do most of the maintenance work on my 2004 Toyota Camry XLE. I am not a professional mechanic but ... A: I don't know of any such tuner, maybe they are available from an aftermarket source. If there is an ... | |
| 2001 Lexus es300 | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I am currently working on a Lexus es 300 trans im just supposed to b swapping the old trans with a ... A: The factory manual states to remove the engine first, I have never remvoced a transmission on the ... | |
| CEL/VSC lights 2001 highlander | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: I recently had my 2001 highlander in to toyota because of the CEL/VSC lights on, after they charged ... A: That code is for the air/fuel ratio sensor bank 2 sensor 1 which is located in the exhaust manifold ... | |
| 1998 Toyota Avalon | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: Hey i have a 1998 Toyota Avalon and its acting funny the engine light is blinking and the car ... A: The engine has a misfire, you should have it looked at as soon as possible because driving it with ... | |
| oil leake | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: i had my oil change to day an all the oil leaked out after i drove to work.now they said it is the ... A: No and I don't believe that's the case, they may have left the drain plug loose or spilled oil and ... | |
| leaking gas tank | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 01 celica with a salvaged title. It was in a wreck and was hit from the side. ... A: What I would do is to check with some salvage yards that specialize in japanese imports and find a ... | |
| brake problem with 2002 toyota camry | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I bought my camry a few months ago. when test driving this car i noted that i had to press the brake ... A: It could be a weak brake master cylinder that's causing this. Check the pedal free play with the ... | |
| door sensor light on dasboard | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1995 toyota corolla the door light sensor comes on when I'm driving goes out when I stop ... A: One of the doors is not closing tight enough to open the switch, check to see which door it is by ... | |
| Oil Pump | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: My 1995 4 cyl 170K miles Camry LE has several oil leaks. There was a 5 inch puddle under the motor ... A: The valve cover is attached by those four large nuts where the spark plug connectors go in. When the ... | |
| 97 celica | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: i have a 97 celica that starts good but wont rev pass 2200rpm.there is no check light and no codes.i ... A: Possibly a restricted intake or exhaust sytem, check for anything stuck in the air intake pipe ... | |
| Transmission Fuses | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: Does the 95 Avalon have fuses? My care will not move when I put it in gear. The engine is running ... A: It's not a fuse problem, if the car does not move when putting it in D or R then it's a transmission ... | |
| headlight wont turn on | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: my toyota corolla o5 headlight wont turn on but my bright light is working. Is it the fuse? what are ... A: Each headlight has two fuses under the hood in the fuse box, one for low beam and one for high beam ... | |
| Toyota struts | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I saw your response about strut replacement, but I have a different problem. I have a 2002 Camry LE, ... A: Yes I agree they should las a lot longer than this, if they are leaking the only reason they do so ... | |
| HIGHLANDER VSC LIGHT | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2002 HIGHLANDER LIMITED V6 WITH 132000 MILES. I HAD A ENG AND VSC LIGHT WITH CODE P1153. ... A: There are still some codes in the VSC/TRAC system that won't clear by disconnecting the battery, or ... | |
| Engine goes high intemittently | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: I own a toyota camry 1998 model, and each time i drive it for some long time the indicator 'CHECK' ... A: The reason the check engine light turns on is that the computer has detected a problem, you will ... | |
| Toyota Corolla Temperature Malfunction | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: I have here a Toyota Corolla '97 at 159,000 kilometers in its odometer. My problem is its ... A: The radiator fan has a seperate temp sensor has nothing to do with the gauge, it has another sensor ... | |
| 1998 Camry 4 cyl. engine dies st stop signs and lights | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: My 1998 Camry 4 cylinder engine dies at lights while sitting. Does not do all the time though. Then ... A: The problem may be the idle air control valve, it's located on the throttle body which has to be ... | |
| Cam shaft timing mark | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: I am installing a new timing belt on my 1999 Toyota Camry 4 cylinder motor, auto transmission, and I ... A: The engines are exactly the same. With the timing belt off temporarely install the lower plastic ... | |
| 1990 toyota corolla | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: the fuse box next to the battery needed the fuses replaced, we had a difficult time getting this ... A: All the fuses should be checked under the hood as well as the ones inside at the lower left of the ... | |
| 2005 Toyota Corolla 1zzfe | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: We have a check engine code P0012 (Camshaft Position timing over-retarded Bank 1. What could be the ... A: This is a trouble code for the variable valve timing controller (VVTi)toyota had issued a service ... | |
| Car battery if left idle - when to disconnect battery? | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: When the car is left idle, for example you are going for a vacation. My car is actually a Mazda 2, ... A: Most cars today have a small draw on the battery due to computer memory, alarm system etc. it ... | |
| 99 caldina turbo, vcs and engine light | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: My car is a 99 caldina turbo and its automatic with tiptronic. The vsc and engine light ic coming on ... A: You will have to have the trouble codes retrieved using a diagnostic scantool that can access check ... | |
| 2000 Avalon not starting | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: Have 2000 model Series 10 Avalon 1MZ-FE V6 with no spark and no injector pulse. Replaced crank angle ... A: Locate the diagnostic check connector under the hood it has a cover on it that says Diagnostic, open ... | |
| 2008 Toyota Sienna Sludge | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: We brought our 2008 Toyota Sienna with 33,800 miles on it to the dealership where we brought it due ... A: This is a legal issue which I can not answer but I think you have a pretty good case to get your ... | |
| Starting engine and ideling | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 cylinder 1999 toyota camry that has 165,000 miles. It has run great! Recently, I turned ... A: This is usually a sticking idle air control valve that causes this, the valve is located on the ... | |
| New Battery, Car Still Won't Start - 1999 4-Cylinder Camry | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I hope this isn't too detailed, but here goes. I live in Arizona, Phoenix metro area, and have ... A: So basically the problem is that all those lights blink and the car won't start. There is an alarm ... | |
| Toyota Camry 2002 loses power at stop light | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: my car is at 125K miles, and today it acted weird after I pulled from a stop light. This has never ... A: The P0446 code is an emission control malfuction code and doesn't affect driveability. The P1349 ... | |
| 03 4Runner Transmission Issue | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2003 4Runner and about 6 months ago I had fault codes that resulted in me changing 2 of the ... A: The P0430 code is a catalityc converter code so that sounds about right. The 771 code is a shift ... | |
| 2006 Sienna Automatic Sliding Door | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: My sliding door doesn't work. When the problem first started, the door would sometimes reverse open ... A: First look at the door and the door opening carefully for any signs of metal to metal contact ... | |
| toyota paseo speedometer | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: Tell me Ted,..can i turn back my speedometer,...i just got another one from a junk yard,.and need ... A: I can't tell you how to do that, I've never done this, you should take the speedo to an authorized ... | |
| 1992 Camry A/C and EVV Valve | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: Been havin a few issues, so I will tell you all, in case they are related. 1992 Camry 4 Cyl. ... A: I'm not sure what that valve is you're referring to, can you take a photo and attach it or give a ... | |
| Toyota Corolla 2001 P Code | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Corolla with about 164,000 miles on it. I've had my check engine light on for a while, ... A: In order for me to help I would have to ask you to have the computer scanned again because the codes ... | |
| 91' Tercel auto trans | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I have (2)questions. First, when buying a salvage yard tranny (126,000 miles) that has been ... A: It would be a good idea to replace the transpan gasket and the drive axle seals before installation. ... | |
| code 420 on ¨01 sienna | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Code 420 has reappeared after nine months on ´01 sienna with 115,000 miles. The first time, this ... A: I have read the service bulletin and it staes to replace the ECM with an updated part number, it ... | |
| '02 Avalon lower pan drain plug | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: Recently purchased an xls 3.0 L 6 cyl. 4 door sedan. Pulled drain plug to change oil...plug is self ... A: There is no way to check the bearings without removing the oil pan and then the bearings. The ... | |
| back window wont go back up | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: how do i remove the back panel of my Toyota avensis 2001 it is manual at the back not electric.my ... A: The Avensis is not sold in the US but is similar to our Camry model, the problem may just the ... | |
| Toyota starting problems | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 93 Toyota pickup, 3 later v6. 4x4. Runs fine and will always start cold. Intermittent ... A: It may have a leaking cold start injector, it's located on the intake chamber on the right side, it ... | |
| 2001 Nissan pathfinder ABS actuator | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: i had a problem with my brakes becoming spongy. The reservoir for the master cylinder was empty so i ... A: I'm not familiar with Nissan's brake abs system but I don't think the actuator has to be replaced, ... | |
| Car won't start | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: ...I have a 1997 Toyota Avalon XL. I bought it used nearly 5 yrs ago. It has over 220,000 miles. I ... A: The no start/clicking is most likely due to a bad starter, it's a common problem. This would'nt turn ... | |
| Fuel Filling Problems | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: 2003 Sienna with the same fueling issues. Poss: Charcoal canister saturated, Fuel fill tube ... A: The place to start would be the fuel filler tube, look inside with a flashlight if anything is ... | |
| 2000 RAV4 front wheel bearing repair | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: What is involved in replacing wheel bearings in the RAV4? It seems to be a taboo subject as I have ... A: It's actually a little easier than a Honda civic, remove the entire steering knuckle with the hub ... | |
| Toyota Camry 93 headgasket replacement | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toyota Camry 93, 4 cylinder, auto transmission. Engine has been rebuilt. I loaned my car ... A: The old bolts can be re used as long as you are able to torque them to specifications. One of the ... | |
| Toyota Sienna 2004 | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I have an issue with a fuse that keeps blowing which causes the auto lock to kick in and my brake ... A: Try to isolate where the short circuit is, disconnect both til light wire sub harnesses from the ... | |
| Oil leak 1993 Camry | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 1993 Toyota Camry and after driving I noticed four spots of oil in my driveway ... A: There are quite a few places for the oil to leak, the most common are valve cover gaskets, ... | |
| Fuel system | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 92 toyota pu it set for a year i drained the gas and put freash in i descovered the fuel ... A: Open the diagnsotic connector under the hood, the cover says DIAGNOSTIC on it. Inside the cover is a ... | |
| brakes | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: the tail lights on my 99 corolla ce will not turn off i dont know nif its the brake stop light or ... A: It's most likely the brake lights. Locate the fuse box inside on the left lower dash and pull out ... | |
| 94 hilux problems | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: i have a 94 toyota hilux 22re and it just died out a few days ago, i checked the fuses, spark, and ... A: The IAT sensor rarely gives problems but the airflow meter can be in this case. The IAT sensor is ... | |
| Loss of power | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 86 pickup with a 22R engine, it was sitting in a garage for quite a long ... A: It sounds like there is some fuel contamination going on still, there is only the one fuel filter. ... | |
| 1995 Camry 2.4 P0138 code | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: TED: I own a 95 Camry with 96k miles, the toyota dealer changed the cat at 75k. No problems untill ... A: Can you recheck the code numbers again? The 138 doesn't come up in my list of DTCs, are you using ... | |
| 93 Prism 200k, 5spd, cold-start idle vibration | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: Recently bought car for my daughter. Solved similar problem w/wife's 94 corolla wgn by replacing ... A: The only reason that you get this kind of vibration is because of loss of insulation between ... | |
| 2007 Toyota Camry | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: My 2007 Toyota Camry XLE has about 72,000 miles on it.It is a 6 cylinder 3.5L engine. I bought it ... A: These are engine misfire codes, possibly a bad igniton coil which is fairly common on these models, ... | |
| 1992 toyota celica 2.2l manual | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 92 celica that loses power steering fluid quickly and starts to groan when it begins to ... A: There are two common areas for power steering leaks, one is the pump and the other is the power ... | |
| What is ruining the ignition switch? | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Toyota 4Runner that was converted into a HMMWV type vehicle. When I took it to get ... A: There is a serious electrical problem, possibly some wiring that making contact either to one ... | |
| back and stop lights | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: bulbs are lit but indicator shows on dash board ANSWER: I need to know year and model please. ... A: Recheck all bulbs again and don't forget the light on the rear tray(center stop light) the center ... | |
| toyota 4runner 3.0 | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1990 4runner with 3.0 that when given full throttle, bogs down with an audible throaty ... A: It sounds like a restriction on the intake system, check the air filter and make sure there is ... | |
| EGR modulator on 1999 RAV4 | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I took my 1999 RAV4 into a repair place to see why the check engine light was on. He checked it out ... A: It doesn't sound like the modulator valve was the problem, it can be checked easily using a vacuum ... | |
| how long to replace rear oil seal on 92 Corolla | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: About how long would it take a professional mechanic to replace the rear oil seal (camshaft seal?) ... A: There is only one camshaft seal and that's on the front of the engine in the cylinder head, if the ... | |
| engine loses power | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Toyota Corolla with 178,000 miles on it. Given to me from family. Stock motor and ... A: The P0171 is a lean air/fuel mixture which is normally caused by a dirty mass air flow sensor ... | |
| Starting problem -2000 Camry | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: This has happened twice so far, once after sitting in the driveway and today after being parked for ... A: Does it have an aftermarket alarm system, you can tell by looking at the red LED, is it mounted on ... | |
| 96 Toyota Camry 2.2 - intake valves stuck open | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: My son has a 96 camry 2.2l with approx 200K on it. It recently had a thermostat problem and ... A: It sounds like the valves may have overheated to the point where they got stuck. You can try ... | |
| engine loses power | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Toyota Corolla with 178,000 miles on it. Given to me from family. Stock motor and ... A: First have the check engine light trouble code retrieved you can do so at any autozone, advance ... | |
| help | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a blown ALT80amp breaker on a 1992 toyota 4x4 truck. Im trying to replace it and can't ... A: That fuse is bolted in on the inside of the fuse box, you may be able to disconnect the electrical ... | |
| 90 toyota p-up v-6 code 14 | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: 90 toyota p-up v-6 code 14. I checked IGf signal with lab scope at ignitor KOEO connector unhooked ... A: The factory service manual does not give a specific test procedure for measuring IGf voltage only ... | |
| 2003 Toyota 4Runner Whinning Noise | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: I own a 2003 Toyota 4Runner and I have noticed a certain whinning noise coming from under the hood. ... A: Try to eliminate the noise by removing the drive belts one at a time, if the noise disappers when ... | |
| 2003 matrix | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: driver's side power window regulator master switch assembly pushes in and needs to be held in place ... A: There is a retaining spring clip on one end of the switch and a plastic tab on the other end, if the ... | |
| calipers for the 4Runner | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2003 2WD 4Runner. During a recent VA state inspection I was advised that I needed new ... A: In the southwest where i live it's very uncommon but it could be a more common problem in your state ... | |
| Landcruiser 1998 1FZ-FE 4.5 EFi OBD | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: I am an avid DIY person and want to check the OBD diagnostic on the car. I can not find any info as ... A: Any OBDII compliant diagnsotic tool will allow you to retrieve codes. I do not have any information ... | |
| 91 4runner died suddenly | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: In the past my 91 4runner with 174,000 would hiccup suddenly, just a fraction of a second, then run ... A: What parts guy told you they are interchangeable? The guy at the junkyard? If so then you should ... | |
| 2002 Camry Altise V6 | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: First off I would Like to Thank you in advance. About two months ago, I received a notice from ... A: I don't have a lot of information as far as recalls go for this model, it's not sold here in the US ... | |
| 1992 toyota pick-up | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: i bought a 2wd 5sp truck, it has a 4cyl. fuel injection. it has had a older model transmission ... A: That's what I was afraid of,you would have to convert it over to a cable driven setup which would ... | |
| 1995 toyota tacoma backfires and stumbles | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: My 1995 Toyota Tacoma v6 was stumbling a bit around 3,000 rpm. I discoverd on of the spark plug ... A: Did you also use the factory OEM wires that have the cylinder numbers printed on them, I think you ... | |
| 1992 toyota pick-up | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: i bought a 2wd 5sp truck, it has a 4cyl. fuel injection. it has had a older model transmission ... A: Have you checked the speedometer cable, can you attach the drive gear to the cable and turn it and ... | |
| Camry 2003 RPM problem | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I drive a 2003 4 cylinder camry with 189k mileage. Whenever the battery is disconnected and ... A: Nothing should be adjusted on either the throttle body or the accelerator pedal. The idle is ... | |
| knock sensor location | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: so i went to check it out whith a computer and I was told that this was a knock sensor, but I cannot ... A: Your'e right it's not a standard wire, the toyota dealer should have this wire as it was the same ... | |
| Toyota Corolla Troubleshooting | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 91 Toyota Corolla DLX and have been having problems with the car not wanting to start after ... A: I guess I should have read your original question again. The only other things I can think of is ... | |
| 1996 rav4 cel egr | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I have a cel on my 96 rav4, I got an obd reading and it's reading was egr valve. I ask the ... A: this can usually be solved by replacing the EGR modulator valve, it's attached to the EGR valve on a ... | |
| 2000 Toyota Camry 4 Cyl Failed NC Inspection | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: DTC codes P0773, P1130 and P1135 What to do and estimated costs involved to pass inspection Thank ... A: The P0773 is a transmission shift lock solenoid failure code, this is the solenoid that is supposed ... | |
| Leaking rack and pinion, timing belt, a/c | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I am the second owner of a 1997 Camry. The previous owner took excellent care of the car. He had it ... A: Try to have the timing belt replaced assoon as you can, it should be ok to 90,000 miles even though ... | |
| RAV4 Cold start problem | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a JDM 1997 RAV4 with 3S-GE engine automatic with odometer-112,000km. When I start the vehicle ... A: The stalling condition is usually caused by a sticking idle air control valve, the throttle body has ... | |
| 420 trouble code | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: My 2000 Toyota corolla 1.8 has a recurring 420 trouble code I have change the front oxygen sensor ... A: Instead of replacing more parts I would have a technician that can connect a diagnostic tool do a ... | |
| 1994 toyota 4 runner/fuel | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3.0 litre 94 toyota 4 runner.It is Idling sparratically and also blowing black smoke when ... A: It may be an airflow meter problem or possibly a computer (ECM) problem, check the airflow meter ... | |
| Electrical Problem/Questions | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: Last night I tried to turn my 1997 Toyota Avalon on, but it wouldn't turn over and the dash lights ... A: There is most likely an aftermarket alarm system that was activated when the battery was ... | |
| Camry smoking at start-up | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Camry LE, 4 cyl., with about 94,000 miles on it. I bought it new, and have changed ... A: The blue smoke on startup is an indication of leaking valve stem seals, it's pretty common on these ... | |
| 1996 Camry 2.1 Water leak. | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I recently arrived at work and parked my car and heard a mechanical noise which was not too ... A: Possible but not very likely, in most cases if there is a leak at the front of the engine it's the ... | |
| fuse | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: My 2002 toyota camry LE has no power to the interior lights and the alarm/power locks are not ... A: I can email a fuse location diagram but I will need your email address, I can't do it here. If you'd ... | |
| 2.2si Camry 1993 vibartion | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: I need to know why my engine vibrate at 80-100 kmph. I had the engine done up and ever since that it ... A: Only the oil pan has to be removed to get to the balancer, setting it up is quite involved requiring ... | |
| caliper pins | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: A mechanic says he dosen't lube/grease the caliper pins because that makes them collect ... A: There are two kinds of caliper pins, the ones that are on stationary calipers and all the pins do is ... | |
| Electrical issue | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: My dash lights, clock, dome lights, tail lights arent working anymore. I checked the fuse under the ... A: The dome fuse doesn't supply power to those other lights, temporarely remove it then check the fuses ... | |
| 1996 rav4 cel egr | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I have a cel on my 96 rav4, I got an obd reading and it's reading was egr valve. I ask the ... A: Yes there should be a code number, I can't accept someone's explantion or diagnosis which could be ... | |
| oil change warning light | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: can you please provide the procedure to disable the "oil change warning light" on my 2007 Camry 4 ... A: That's because there are a couple of ways to do this, so I'm going to give you both to try, toyota ... | |
| Right powered sliding door and 12V auxillary outlets | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: Right powered sliding door does not work escept by manually sliding in open. It will not open from ... A: The door problem is more than likely not a fuse problem, the fuse for the power outlet is in the ... | |
| Two types of speed sensors | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: There seems to be two types of speed sensors on my 2008 Toyota Tacoma 6 Cly. 4 Wheel drive automatic ... A: The NT sensor is located on the transmission housing, this inputs the vehicle speed to the computer ... | |
| Set Timing | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: How do you set the timing on 2003 Camry LE, 4 cyl, engine code is 2AZ-FE. Have had no problems ... A: What you can try doing at this time is to remove the intake hose from the throttle body and clean ... | |
| 2001 Toyota Tacoma Flowmaster Muffler | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: Ted, My son is wanting to put a series 50 Flowmaster Muffler on his 2001 Toyota Tacoma, Prerunner, ... A: This is strictly a matter of personal choice, I don't know whether it's worth it, if you can afford ... | |
| code Po303 | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I have 2001 Camry XLE with V6 at 104K miles. The check engine light is coming on and off. First time ... A: DTC P0303 is a single cylinder misfire that can be caused by a faulty ignition coil pack, toyota has ... | |
| 1994 v6 XLE Camry | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: My car will start and run fine for 8 to 10 min then die. I can sometimes start it back up right ... A: Since it starts when spraying starter fluid it i seems that it has a fuel delivery problem, possibly ... | |
| Engine sounds like diesel after head rebuilt | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: recently I sent my car to workshop due to gasket blown. It all started with this and causes water ... A: The noise is not normal and it won't go away, they are either lying to you or they are stupid. The ... | |
| white smoke | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: just purchased 2001 Toyota sienna thick white smoke from tail pipe. took back to dealer for ... A: It should be checked for a possible blown headgasket, white smoke (steam) is usually caused by a ... | |
| Transmission Noise | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I own a 1993 4Runner with 3vze engine and 340H transmission. It has over 200,000 miles and when I ... A: The torque converter is probably not the cause, it sounds more like an internal transmission noise ... | |
| 1994 4Runner wont stay running | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Toyota 4Runner V6 3.0L, I have just changed out the EGR Modulator (which was broke), ... A: That sensor in the steering pump is a vacuum valve that is designed to increase rpm when turning the ... | |
| Missing and Constant Flashing of Check Engine Light | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I drive a 1995 Toyota Camry LE 4 cylinder with 170K miles. Work done recently on the car includes a ... A: If the computer doesn't detect a problem the check engine light will flash tweice per second with no ... | |
| 1994 3.0 4runner | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I replaced the egr valve cleaned the intake tube replaced several vacuum lines and the truck ran ... A: The egr valve may be staying open because some hoses may be switched or disconnected, try removing ... | |
| 2000 mr2 spyder cel PO171,174,&135 | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I have cel codes PO171,174,and 135 at the same time. I have clean the maf and replaced the air ... A: The p0135 code is triggered by the O2 sensor bank 1 sensor 1 which is in the pipe in front of the ... | |
| A/C Compressor rely 2003 camey | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: I took my car to Toyota to get a diagnoses of my A/C. They told me I have a Ac compressor and ... A: What you could do is to just replace the magnetic clutch relay, it's located under the hood in the ... | |
| Camry 94 Auto 2.2 Motor Mounts | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I need to change the front and rear Motor mounts on my 1994 Toyota Camry.The Front one does not look ... A: The engine can be supported and the subframe lowered by also supporting it with jacks, the subframe ... | |
| 92 toyota paseo | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: i had a/c recharged on 92 toyota paseo and the guy said the compressor or something wasnt hooked up ... A: The only thing that can leak antifreeze into the passenger compartment would be the heater core or a ... | |
| toyota 95 | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday on the highway, I was driving at about 65mph, but then suddenly there was a decrease on my ... A: The reason those lights came on is because the engine stalled, you also lost brake assist at the ... | |
| p0420 code and p0300 code | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: Why when I start my car in the morning it sometimes shakes for about 10 sec like its going to stall. ... A: But you're not getting a code that would indicate a bad O2 sensor or A/F ratio sensor, first fix the ... | |
| p0420 code and p0300 code | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: Why when I start my car in the morning it sometimes shakes for about 10 sec like its going to stall. ... A: I have read the service bulletin and it seems that following the instruction as outlined in the ... | |
| 1994 toyota 4x4 | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I was told that I have possibly a small crack in the head of my toyota pickup. The man that I spoke ... A: First of all,those "pills" or other additives seldom seal a cracked head, may be a leaking ... | |
| 2001 TOYOTA TACOMA IGNITION | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2001 TOYOTA TACOMA, 2WD, 3.4L MOTOR, 4 DOOR. THE IGNITION IS WORN. ONE NEW KEY WILL ... A: It's not hard to do if the key can be put in to the ACC position, when in this position the release ... | |
| 2009 Rav 4 a.c. issues | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I have encountered two problems with my 2009 Rav 4 a.c. First, there is a rattle that seems to come ... A: There is a service bulletin from toyota regarding A/C odor that may apply, ask the dealer to refer ... | |
| 2.2si Camry 1993 vibartion | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: I need to know why my engine vibrate at 80-100 kmph. I had the engine done up and ever since that it ... A: I doubt that this is normal, this engines use a balance shaft assembly to recuce vibration, the ... | |
| 1994 toyota corolla dx 1.8L transmission differintial | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: for knowledge i do have brand new tire on the car A: It could be an axlwe bearing, it's hard for me to say because I can't hear the noise, it's more ... | |
| 92 Camry v6 DOHC lower end knock | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: was gong 70 and de-celereated suddenly then something poped. Engine sounds like a machine gun ... A: The rods and pistons come out through the top with the cylinder heads off, the loss of compression ... | |
| A/C and aux. drive shaft problem | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: On my 1997 Previa the front part of the Aux. drive shaft make a rattling noise and wobbles when ... A: Ther's not really a bearing it's arubber joint with steel inserts ,t he rubber cracks sfter time and ... | |
| 2004 Seqouia Radio Antenna | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: My 2004 Toyota Seqouia's radio antenna will no longer go up...It does so but only a few inches and ... A: The antenna mast can be replaced and is available from the toyota dealer, it consists of the metal ... | |
| keyless entry | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a 2006 Toyota Sienna. Prior I had a 2005. the 2005 had keyless entry. I inquired ... A: Here are the instructions for the wireless entry remote per factory manual:To Program Wireless ... | |
| Toyota Rav 4 - Clutch | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: My much loved 1996 Rav4 has developed a deep squeaky noise when pedal is about an inch of the floor. ... A: The problem is the pedal assembly, it should be checked for any possible cracks, it may have to be ... | |
| 88 toyota 4-runner | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I have an 88 toyota 4-runner, 22re with a slight miss at idle and under load (while driving) and I ... A: There may be a problem with the brake booster or the hose coming from the intake to the booster, if ... | |
| hi | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: hi i have a toyota 4runner 91 when it tart runs the check ingine comes out and loss power A: You would have to get the diagnostic trouble codes from the computer first, this is done by putting ... | |
| 2003 Highlander water leak | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: We have a sun-roof. Only during heavy rain, while driving, will water leak on the top, right side ... A: The sunroof drain tube on that side has either come off or it's clogged, to check the headliner ... | |
| Keep old or buy new? | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Toyota Sienna which has done about 120000 miles. In the last year I have spent the ... A: I think those oil leaks can wait but keep in mind that it's also due for the timing belt at this ... | |
| 93 Camry V6 overheating | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 93 Camry with a v6. I had a new Toyota engine put in it 63,000 miles ago. The overheating ... A: This hydraulic fan system is controlled by pressure from the power steering pump, on top of the pump ... | |
| 1996 Avalon EGR valve | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: After 2 week vacation, my garaged 203K miles Avalon makes "clicking" noise and dash lights flickered ... A: It sounds to me they just want to replace all those parts hoping that one of them fixes the problem, ... | |
| VSC LIGHT | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: WHAT DOES THE VSC TRACK LIGHT MEAN AND WHY DOES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON AT THE SAME TIME? A: The check engine light usually turns on first which in turn will turn on the vsc/trac lights because ... | |
| Sienna 2000 Lighter and Clock Dead | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: I got my second hand Sienna 2000 LE (current mileage 145000) for 9 months now. From the time I ... A: The fuses for the power outlets are in the fuse box on the inside of the left lower dash behind the ... | |
| 1986 22re efi no start | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: truck sat for a few years, gas tank was totally empty, put in 5 gallons gas and it won't start, ran ... A: The fuel pump can be turned on by putting a short jumper wire in the diagnostic check connector ... | |
| 1999 Toyota Avalon | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: How difficult is it to manually re-calibrate the Speedometer? Also, what tools & steps are needed to ... A: It's not something you or even technicians can manually do, if you're thinking of changing the ... | |
| 1997 Tacoma 2.7 coolant in #2 cylinder | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: Been having rough idle at start up for a while.Saw vapor at the tail pipe for the first time last ... A: The headgasket would be the most common, the head may be cracked but in either case it has to be ... | |
| 98 avalon | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: location of idle control valve and can it be cleaned to try and fix high idle problem A: The idle air control valve is located on the bottom of the throttle body, it has to be removed and ... | |
| confused...... | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Toyota Corolla that i was driving today and i lost electrical power. No speedometer, ... A: Usually the larger fuses like this 30A fuse supply power to a few circuits, so yes that fuse could ... | |
| no RPM above 2000 | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: 1988 Toyota 4 Runner 3.0L V6 4WD 250,000 5spd. My vehicle was running just fine until one day it ... A: Here are the code definitions: 24- intake air temp sensor open circuit 31+32 air flow meter ... | |
| 2003 Camry Trouble code P-0031 | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: This is a 2003 Camry 4 cyl with 178,000 miles We have been getting this code regularly for the last ... A: This code is for the air/fuel ratio sensor in front of the catalityc converter:DTC P0031 OXYGEN ... | |
| 1991 Corolla overheating | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a '91 Corolla with a 16 valve 4 cyl. engine with an automatic trans, and 140000 miles on it. ... A: Since the fan does come on it's not a relay problem, it may be a problem with the temp control ... | |
| Toyota 03Highlander | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: ...had very hard rain today...found water 1st on passenger side of floor, then found water floor of ... A: Roof racks normally can't leak this much water inside in a short time, if at all so I don't think ... | |
| Reset ABS light | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: Ritter, I have a 2004 Tacoma 2wd, 5 speed, x-cab with 85K. The ABS light came on a couple weeks ... A: In case of not using hand−held tester: Clear the DTC. (1) Using SST, connect terminals Tc and ... | |
| 2001 highlander/ engine light | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: 13,000 miles, check engine light came on along with vcs/track off lights. what now/ A: The vsc/trac lights come one because of the check engine light so you would have to deal with the ... | |
| 1996 camry misfire | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1996 camry with the check engine light on.Stored codes are 304,171.I have cleared them a ... A: Only a couple of things I can think of, has the compression been tested? If the compression is good ... | |
| electrical S.O.S. ... --- ... | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Toyota 4Runner SR5 3.0 L V6 with 308,000 miles With about 10,000 on a new engine. i ... A: Have you checked underneath for any wiring damage, to the neutral start switch or the wiring to the ... | |
| Thermostat 95 Toyota Corolla dx | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm having trouble locating the thermostat on my 95 Toyota Corolla Dx.I followed some instructions I ... A: Follow the top radiator hose to the engine , it will connect to the thermostat housing, the housing ... | |
| transmission/motor mounts on 96 Corolla | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know how to replace the transmission mounts/motor mounts on a 1996 Toyota Corolla. ... A: The motor mounts are all different and not that easy to replace, requiring some tools and a floor ... | |
| 2000 Camry, 78,000 miles | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: My brakes are not working to expectance. There is no noise, but don't stop quickly and I brake way ... A: I don't know, maybe, you should have someone inspect the brakes to find out, it could be something ... | |
| Dash Illumination Problem | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: Ted...I have a 1994 Toyota Corolla DX. The left side of the instrument panel (temp gauge + half of ... A: It's a bulb issue, the bulbs can be replaced, remove the instrument cluster, first remove the black ... | |
| 2000 Sienna AC Problem | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: The green light on my ac button starts flashing and the ac clutch dis-engages, If I turn the ac off, ... A: It doesn't use this relay, the compressor is controlled by the a/c amplifier, the three possible ... | |
| Noise from clutch ? | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: Have a Corolla 1.3 XLI from 1995 mileage is 180000 km . Have a shuttering noise from clutch ... A: The problem may not be the clutch, it sounds like it may be a transmission noise, when the clutch is ... | |
| P0441 | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1997 Rav4, it runs perfectly and has given me no problems. I took it through ... A: Yes the light will turn off with two ways: remove the negative battery cable for about ten seconds ... | |
| cv axle | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: what is wrong if my cv axle wont stay in my transmission i have a 93 Toyota camry v6 xle some man ... A: There is a snap ring on the end of the axle inside the transmission, it could be that this snap ring ... | |
| 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA REAR AXEL | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE UP AND DOWN MOVEMENT IN THE RIGHT REAR SIDE IN THE AXLE IF YOU RAISE THE REAR END AND PUT IT ... A: I don't usually give repair estimates, there are just too may variables involved. I would have no ... | |
| valve adjustment | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: Toyota Hilux 1999 2.7 petrol. i would like to know the valve clearances and maintance required to ... A: These engines have a tendency to burn valves because they can tighten up when not adjusted ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Celica Door Ajar Light Problem | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Toyota Celica and recently the door ajar warning light on the car remains on even ... A: If the door ajar light stays on then the dome lights should also stay on when set on the "door" ... | |
| 86 Corolla lacks power | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I am having problems with my 1986 Toyota Corolla. One of the problems seems to be that the engine ... A: could be a lot of different things but it sounds like there is a bad misfire so I would start by ... | |
| 89' toyota sr5 4x4 v6 | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: ive had my truck for 2 years and it started doing . sometimes when i shut it off it wont start again ... A: Yes I have come across this, after everything fails there is a way to add an additional relay that ... | |
| P0441, P0171 Toyota Celica | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: 2001 Toyota Celica, 5 Speed Transmission, 136k miles My car feels to have lost power and does not ... A: The p0171 is a lean air/fuel mixture, if it was the only code I would say replace the but since ... | |
| Sliding Camry Key into Ignition | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a '99 Camry LE with 145,000 miles. Recently had a problem sliding the key into the ignition. ... A: It may be just a worn key, first have the toyota dealer or locksmith make a new key using the VIN# ... | |
| Cold Stall | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: Vehicle information: 1999 Toyota 4Runner, 4 cylinder, auto. trans., mileage: 104000. I checked for ... A: The first thing I would recommend doing is to clean out the inside of the throttle body using some ... | |
| 05 Tacoma A/C | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I have the exact same issue as the person who wrote in around 5/29/2010 regarding the loss of ... A: I think in your case there is a small leak in the system and the dealer you are going to needs to ... | |
| hub removal | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I'm needing information on removing and packing wheel bearings on 91 Toyota p/u. 4 wheel drive A: Remove the brake caliper and move it aside, don't undo the hydraulic line, remove all of the 10mm ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Highlander ckeck engine and VSC warning light | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: The check engine light and VSC warning lights appeared on my 2002 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD. I ... A: There is a procedure outlined in the factory repair manual to recalibrate the abs/vsc yaw rate and ... | |
| 94 T-100 V6 AT, Valve gaskets leaking oil | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I need to replace the valve gaskets on my 1994 toyota t-100 V-6 Auto. It has approx 140k miles. ... A: If the headgaskets are not leaking they don't need to be replaced, just the valve cover gaskets. The ... | |
| Corolla 94 tries to start and dies | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Corolla 128K miles. It's very well maitained, and runs great. The battery is new from ... A: Remove the distributor cap and check for any water that may have entered, if so dry it out, remove ... | |
| cylinder head bolt torque specs | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Toyota Solara 2.2 litre and I need to know the torques specs for the cylinder head ... A: The cylinder head bolts are tightened in 2 steps (steps (2) and (4)). If any cylinder head bolt is ... | |
| Toyota Caldina 1997 | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: When I start my car, my engine light come on once I start to drive, that's never happened before, my ... A: You would have to get the computer scanned to get the trouble code that causes the light to turn ... | |
| The Engine Lights | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I hand my Toyota camry 1990 model engine overhauled. after overhauling the Engine light comes on. ... A: There are many causes for the check engine light, usually a sensor that provides information to the ... | |
| reset maintenance req light | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I tried instructions given for Highlander, but was not able to reset light. Do you hold down the ... A: What year is the Highlander, the reset procedure depends on what year? The procedure for the Rav-4 ... | |
| '07 Camry LE | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: can you tell me where the oil drain plug and oil filter are located on this car...which side should ... A: On the 4 cylinder engine the filter is of the spin-on type, located on the bottom towards the front ... | |
| 98 corrolla starter | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: gday ted sometimes it starts but othertimes its just a single click, had a 2nd hand starter put in ... A: The flywheel can be inspected by removing the starter and looking into the opening while rotating ... | |
| 2001 toyota sienna ignition | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I saw the response you gave for the ignition problem on a 2001 Toyota sienna. I am having the same ... A: The cylinder release pin can't be depressed unless it's in the ACC position, the other choices are ... | |
| Is there a cabin filter in the 2001 Toyota Camry? | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: Is there an air filter to the cabin of the 2001 Toyota Camry? If there is, how often should it be ... A: I don't think they used a cabin air filter until 2005 but it's easy to check if it has one, open the ... | |
| P0420 and P0304 | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: 000 miles flashed the Check Engine light today. I got the above codes. I had done a Battery change, ... A: The p0420 code is a catalityc converter failure code. The p0304 is an engine misfire code on the #4 ... | |
| leak | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: My 2003 4 door tacoma leaks water into the cabin, somewhere near the firewall. The water seems to ... A: This is usually due to a clogged or disconnected a/c drain tube, pull the carpet back on the pass ... | |
| 1997 Toyota Camry | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Toyota Camry, 4 cylinder, which has been a wonderfully reliable car for the last ... A: In this case a used transmission may be the answer, most larger cities have salvage yards that stock ... | |
| car stalling | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1998 toyota camry xle 4 cynlinder, 197,000 miles. since the weather is warming up it has ... A: Most stalling problems are caused by a sticking idle air control valve so I recommend doing the ... | |
| 2003 Sienna stuck door | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: Ted, the back door of my 2003 Sienna is stuck. It's always worked fine prior to this. It seems to be ... A: This is a common problem, the outer handle is broken. The door can be opened from the outside, make ... | |
| 2005 Tacoma A/C Problem | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: I've got a 2005 Tacoma. 2.9L 4 cyl, 5 spd manual, PreRunner, Access Cab with 67K miles. I've had ... A: It sounds like there is a small leak in the system, when you have it at he dealer ask to have a ... | |
| Front Wheel Bearings | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 93 Toyota Celica GT 2.2 liter and just found out that my front wheel bearings are going ... A: Yes you can save yourself some money, first of all it's not necessary to do an alignment after ... | |
| Toyota Camry Warranty | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: I am considering upgrading my 2009 camry for a 2011 camry from a dealer offering a 200,000 mile or ... A: I'm not sure the 200K warranty would be worth it, depends on how much it would cost and if you are ... | |
| electrical system | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I killed the battery in my 2001 Camry (4cyl, standard) and when I went to jump it I accidentally ... A: Open the fuse box cover under the hood near the battery, locate the 120A alternator fuse, the ... | |
| Corolla ignition swith hard to turn | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Corolla and when I put the key in to start it it is very hard to turn. I have to play ... A: Check the key to make sure it's not worn, if the key works ok in the doors the the ignition lock ... | |
| 1998 Sienna rear A/C | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I repaired a leak @ the rear A/C lines ('O' rings) and the A/C worked very well for about four days. ... A: I would say that is a possibility, there can't be a leak because the front is still ok and both ... | |
| 2001 Camry 4cyl | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Camry 4 cyl. with about 78000 miles on it. Occasionally when driving I will notice ... A: A common problem is the idle air control valve (IAC) valve, most of the time it can be removed and ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Sienna - Brake, Check Engine, Speedometer | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: While driving tonight the transmission seemed to be slipping where the RPMs would jump up when ... A: The first thing would be to have a diagnostic scantool connected to see what trouble codes are ... | |
| 92 paseo clicking noise | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: 92 paseo clicks when trying 2 start, has new battery think it's the starter. I read 2contacts and a ... A: Yes, it's best to replace the complete starter but if you con't mind doing some of the work yourself ... | |
| codes srs | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: I got a 1994 toyota tercel, I am getting a code 22 from srs airbag check, what is a '' code 22 ? ... A: Other than just replacing the center airbag sensor there's really nothing else I can recommend, ... | |
| 1989 Camry battery discharge | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I bought a 1989 Camry a couple days ago. The previous owners said you have to unhook the Neg. ... A: The best way to check for excessive current draw is with an ammeter which your voltmeter should also ... | |
| Lamda sensor | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I own a Toyots Rav4 2000 model and my engine warning light has come on. Toyota claims I have to ... A: Not necessarily, Denso actually makes a lot of parts for toyota so as long as they are installed ... | |
| 2001 celica gt | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 2001 celica gt 5 speed,with 131,000 miles what do i need to do to get a complete ... A: I would clean the throttle body first and then see, if injector service is needed it should be done ... | |
| 2008 Camry 30k Service | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: My 2008 Camry 4Cyl is up for 30k service. Called up the dealer, and they quoted me $522 for the ... A: Most dealers have 30k specials going on all the time for about 1/2 the cost, you have a low mileage ... | |
| 2000 Avalon Dash board troubles | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: My 2000 Avalon has been a good car up until now. At 80,000 miles, I had the sludge problem fixed by ... A: There is a switch on the dash to turn the display on/off, it's probably set to off or it just needs ... | |
| '99 Echo Solenoid E Fault | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: .. I have a '99 Echo. The check engine light is on. My mechanic diagnosed it as a PO770 -- Shift ... A: Most of the time the shift solenoid is not the root cause of the problem, the transmission is the ... | |
| Front End Rattle When Cold | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: Ted: I have a 97 Lexus with 49,000 miles on it. When I drive the car, after its been able to cool ... A: Most likely the front strut upper mounts are worn, the struts should be removed and the upper mounts ... | |
| 1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER GHOST CLUTCH | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Toyota 4Runner 5 speed manual. I have been having clutch problems as of late. This is ... A: It sounds like there is a hydraulic leak or the master cylinder is leaking internally. Check the ... | |
| 1987 Toyota Celica won't start | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: I recently got a 1987 Celica ST with a 3SFE engine from a friend of mine. The car has not been run ... A: It does sound like a fuel problem, after six years any fuel that was left in the tank or filter or ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Highlander ckeck engine and VSC warning light | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: The check engine light and VSC warning lights appeared on my 2002 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD. I ... A: It depends what the trouble code in the vsc system is, sometimes one of the sensors like the ... | |
| codes p0031, p2238 | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: 2003 Camry v6 with trouble codes p0031, p2238 at 65,000 miles. Originally only code p2238 appeared ... A: Trac/Vsc lights on without the check engine light on are specific to those systems, can you check ... | |
| speedomenter | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Tacoma 2 door with a standard trans. and the small 4 cyl. engine. All of a sudden the ... A: No they don't use speedometer cables anymore, they have a speed sensor in the transmission which ... | |
| Undercarriage | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Toyota Camry 4 cylinder LE. I heard a scraping sound all of sudden while driving ... A: It's not dangerous but it may eventuall get damged to where it needs to be replaced or fall off ... | |
| Ignition? | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I just bought an 88 Toyota Celica convertible off of craigslist. I knew it had problems with the ... A: Electrical problems are difficult to diagnose here but I'll give it a try but I'm going to ask some ... | |
| 2000 Avalon troubles | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: My 2000 Avalon has been a good car up until now. At 80,000 miles, I had the sludge problem fixed by ... A: The code you need to be concerned about is the po171 too lean code as this could affect the o2 ... | |
| unknown switches | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1997 toyota rav4 with 65000 miles automatic transmission and there are two switches next to ... A: Toyota has not used these for a few years now, these are electronically controlled transmission ... | |
| 1993 Previa Cruise Control Problem | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: Ted, regarding my 1992 Previa Cruise control problem, I check the brake lights and found one burned ... A: Try doing this with the jumper wire between tc and e1 the key on and the c/c switch on. Please note ... | |
| RE: remote | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: It wouldn't let me ask a follow up so I have to ask a new one. Regarding the remote for the 1999 ... A: Did you nget my reply yesterday? I went through a lenghty explanation as to what remote you have and ... | |
| Toyota No Start | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 95 Toyota Corolla with the 1.8L with the automatic. It will not start periodically. One ... A: It could be a fuel pump problem, try to leave it at the dealer overnight and have them try it the ... | |
| 2000 Avalon troubles | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: My 2000 Avalon has been a good car up until now. At 80,000 miles, I had the sludge problem fixed by ... A: Knock sensors are rarely the problem they merely react to a larger problem. Your'e getting ... | |
| RE: Toyota Remote Control Programming | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Toyota Camry LE that I just bought. It didn't come with a remote so I purchased one ... A: That remote is actually for the factory installed 1995-97 model, the 1997-99 models had lock/unlock ... | |
| codes p0031, p2238 | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: 2003 Camry v6 with trouble codes p0031, p2238 at 65,000 miles. Originally only code p2238 appeared ... A: Toyota had issued a service bulletin for this condition> Title: M.I.L. ON" DTC P0031, P0051, P2238 ... | |
| toyota sieanna 2006 | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: how to change rear spark plugs on v6 engine A: This can be done without removing the top intake chamber but it is very difficult, the spark plug ... | |
| ABS, 4WD & hand brake light on | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I've Toyota Estima (Japan G spec)or known as Previa in US, year 2001, mileage 110000km, 2.4cc with ... A: You should go back to them and ask them to get the trouble codes that are in the computer, if they ... | |
| 1990 Toyota 4Runner 3.0L V6 No spark after replacing water pump | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I replaced the timing belt and water pump on my 1990 Toyota 4Runner 3.0L V6 A/T. After ... A: I don't remember any ground wires being in that area that could be off, have you rechecked the ... | |
| toyota 2.8 sloppy gear shifter | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: 8 diesel 1995 hilux and it has just started giving trouble changing gears sometimes it wont go into ... A: The bushings in the shift tower is worn, remove the shifter from the transmission and replace the ... | |
| electrical | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: The battery on my 98 Toyota 4 Runner is being drained when everything is off. When I remove the ... A: You mention C fuses, can you give me the name for each one, their designation is printed on the ... | |
| 2004 toyota camry | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: Why does the green indicator light flash when I turn on the A/C? A: There is a known problem with the a/c magnetic clutch relay located under the hood which causes ... | |
| Transmission Problems | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I own a 2003 Toyota Rav 4, 4 cylinder, Sorry, I don't know what kind of transmission I have. I ... A: Since the light goes on and then back off again it means that the computer sees a problem once and ... | |
| 2003 Avalon stalls, won't idle. | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: 2003 Toyota Avalon V6 will not idle, will run if gas is slightly pressed. Was running fine, problem ... A: A common problem is that the idle air control valve sticks, the IAC can be removed and cleaned, it's ... | |
| corolla | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: toyota corolla 87.car run good at idle but boggs down when asked for gas (at acceleration) and shuts ... A: Most of the time this is caused byan air leak on the intake system, check the intake hose for ... | |
| 1999 toyota echo 1.3litre | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: i have no negative power coming to my injectors is there any way i can reset my ecu A: The injectors are supposed to have battery voltage to one side of the connector with the key on, the ... | |
| CODE P0441 | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: My 1997 Camry was diagnosed with code P0441 yesterday. From what I've read online this is a very ... A: The 441 code is specific to the charcoal canister, it probably has a leak, Toyota had issued a ... | |
| no power to ac compressor | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I've got a 1997 Toyota Camry. There's no power going to the ac compressor.If you could give some ... A: Locate the a/c magnetic clutch relay and try replacing it, it should be under the hood in the fuse ... | |
| A/C | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant which I just purchased about a month ago. The A/C isn't blowing ... A: The temp at the vents should be at least 42 degrees or less, 48 would be acceptable, no matter what ... | |
| previa check engine light | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 91 Previa. The check engine light is on and i retrieved codes 12, 21, 25 and 26. I have ... A: The two codes that are of concern are the 25/26, both are O2 sensor codes as you probably know. You ... | |
| 1993 Previa Cruise Control Problem | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: 1993 Previa 2WD 182,000 mi Has no ABS system. Like several other Previa and truck owners, my ... A: You can get the trouble code by opening the cover of the diagnostic connector on the left side of ... | |
| Toyota Corolla | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: 2005 Toyota Corolla failed emissions test due to trouble code P2716. What is code P2716 and what ... A: This code is related to the computer logic, there is an updated computer available to remedy this, ... | |
| Changing valve seals in a Rav4 | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I know you've reported at least twice that the valve seals in my '97 Rav4 can be replaced without ... A: The top plastic cover can be removed, you have to release the tension on the belt to get it off the ... | |
| 1994 4 runner codes | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: after jumping the TE1 and E1 terminals i get the following code one flash followed by four flashes ... A: Trouble codes are always two digits, it's either a 14 or 42. The 14 code would indicate a problem ... | |
| too much refrigerant in AC? | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: Today I added 2 cans of R-134a to my 1999 Toyota Camry with 205K miles. The air coming out of the ... A: The compressor should cycle on/off, the capacity of the system is (28.22 ± 1.76 oz.)which translates ... | |
| toyota rav4 door ajar light on and doors locking and unlocking on their own | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: a few months ago my car started locking and unlocking on it's own. i checked the fuses and they were ... A: Each door has a switch to turn the dome lights and the door ajar light on, including the rear hatch ... | |
| Toyota Previa hesitation/rough running/stall during idle | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: first off, thanks for doing what you do. We appreciate the Toyota advice you give. You may ... A: As I mentioned in that earlier reply this could also be caused by a malfunctioning or leaking EGR ... | |
| engine light is on | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: My 2006 Toyota Corolla has an engine light on. At first it was jerking a bit, then the light came ... A: Sometimes it takes a little while of driving the car after computer replacement for it to learn ... | |
| Error Code P0420 and P0505 | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a check engine light and I took the car in for a scan check. I got error codes P0420 and ... A: The p0420 is a catalityc failure code, it's fairly common at this mileage, the converter should be ... | |
| engine light is on | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: My 2006 Toyota Corolla has an engine light on. At first it was jerking a bit, then the light came ... A: There are some known issues with the computers (ECM)on these Corollas and I have replaced quite a ... | |
| 95 toyota tercel dx 4 door | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 95 toyota tercel with about 175,000 miles on it and it's automatic transmission. Recently ... A: Ok, if it cranks over then the battery must be in good shape, can you check for spark to the spark ... | |
| dash light | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: 2008 corolla dash light went out can't see anything at night? Is this a fuse problem? If so wat ... A: Turn the headlights on and see if the tail lights light up, if they do it's not a fuse because the ... | |
| transmission | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: Ted I read most of your answers but I couldn't find one like mine I just baught a 94 toyota celica ... A: It's basically transmission internal failure, it's not worth repairing attempts which would probably ... | |
| window problem | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: Ted, you are a prince to have devoted so much of your time to this forum. Thank you ! I have a '96 ... A: Most of the time the problem is a faulty window motor, the door panel can be removed to test the ... | |
| 1998 camry 4 cy error code p0446 | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: To start off the engine lite never came on since I owned the car (approx 120,000 km.I had my fuel ... A: There is a vapor leak somewhere on the evap recovery system,visually inspect for any hoses that may ... | |
| 95 t100 makes whining noise at around 50 mph | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: i have a 95 toyota t100 that makes a high pitched noise when you hit about 50 mph and it gets louder ... A: I assume that you are talking about the differential, it didn't have oil in it which probably caused ... | |
| removing rear hubs on 2000 Camry v6 with Disks and ABS | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I have previously replaced the rotors and calipers in the rear. How do I remove the hub/bearing ... A: No pullers are needed, the brake caliper needs to come off to get the rotor off, there are two holes ... | |
| air conditioner | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1992 Toyota camry and my air conditioner is not working very well. does this air ... A: It has a "receiver drier" filter inline on the high pressure side which is designed to filter out ... | |
| Camry "bucks" and intermittently loses power in warmer weather | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: 2001 Toyota Camry CE 6 cylinder 120,000 miles on it. Found out after I bought it in 2003 that it ... A: The first thing I'd need to know is to see what codes are stored in the computer, after the check ... | |
| toyota tarago 89 headlights and ignition | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I have no headlights and the ignition in not working only works on accessories however I have ... A: Check the fuse box under the hood near the battery, open it and locate the high-amperage alternator ... | |
| Engine misses then runs fine | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Tacoma with a v6 3.4L. When it is cold it runs fine but when it warms up it misses and ... A: There are two possible and common causes for this, the #1 fuel injector or the #1 ignition coil ... | |
| 98 Camry driver door stuck shut | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: My sons 98 camry driver door will not open! I have gotten the door panel off,but I still cannot get ... A: Look inside with a light to see if any of the control rods cam off and reattach using new clips as ... | |
| 88 Toyota clutch | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I have an 88 Toyota 4x4 pickup w/4 cyl. The other day I was driving to work and when I pushed the ... A: Check the clutch reservoir under the hood is it empty or low? If so then there is an external leak, ... | |
| Repair dash cover | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: How do I repair the cover/flap for the in the center recess located below the dash of a 2004 ... A: The whole storage box has to be replaced, it's available at the dealer, it's basically held in by ... | |
| engine burning excessive oil | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: i own a 2000 corolla, the car was taken to the dealer for a check engine light, the repair facility ... A: To my knowledge, toyota had never issued a service campaign/recall for excessive oil consumption for ... | |
| 2000 Sienna Toyota Siezed up ? | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: Being the only owner and changing oil and filter every 2000 miles or less, since the Sienna 2000 had ... A: When the AAA guy was there to jump start it, did the engine start and make a lot of noise or did the ... | |
| 4Runner ABS Light On | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I am negotiating the buy of a 2000 4Runner. The truck is in great shape 118K miles 4x4. When I drove ... A: If there is an open circuit in either the speed sensor or the wiring the code will not clear even if ... | |
| 4Runner ABS Light On | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I am negotiating the buy of a 2000 4Runner. The truck is in great shape 118K miles 4x4. When I drove ... A: The abs codes will not clear by disconnecting the battery or fuses, it should be connected to a ... | |
| 1987 toyota celica | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I am concidering buying a celica (87) . Car has been sitting for a little over a year. was running ... A: If it sat for over a year the fuel in the tank may be unusable as it has a tendency to deteriorate, ... | |
| 1999 toyota solara | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: When I push the clutch its like there's no spring or no resistance which doesn't allow me to put it ... A: It sounds like there is a hydraulic leak, usually the clutch master cylinder, it's recommended that ... | |
| 1991 MR2 Main Fuse | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: My battery died on my 1991 MR2. I have purchased a replacement but after installing it I still get ... A: In the front in the luggage compartment locate the black relay/fuse block and open the cover, check ... | |
| repalcing right rear main lens in 2007 Camry | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: How do you replace the main rear lens in a 2007 Camry LE? I can see two nuts but I believe there ... A: Yes there are three, the manual says to remove the rear bumper but I would try to do it first by ... | |
| Front end noise | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: At 85K miles I was hearing what I thought to be my front struts bottoming out on my 2002 Camry XLE ... A: A very common source for this noise are the upper strut mounts,they should be replaced, they are ... | |
| 05 Sienna | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: I just started a transmission fluid leak under my Sienna. I have had no other mechanical problems ... A: There are two common areas that can cause transmission leaks, the oil pan or one of the drive axle ... | |
| CUT WIREING HARNESS | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: I cut the wiring harness under the drivers side fender,after splicing it back the horn and lights ... A: Ineed a little more information so I can look at the correct wiring diagram and be able to help: ... | |
| efi or fuel pump | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: So I have an 88 22re efi toyota pickup. it is causing me pain. it would not start. So the problem ... A: The current draw from the ECU is normal "idling current". Yes if the fuel pump gets battery voltage ... | |
| Air Flow Sensor | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: i have 1996 toyota corolla AE110 5A engine car and the mechanics r saying it has an air flow sensor ... A: I'm sorry I don't think I can help much because the 5A engine was not used in the US, I have no ... | |
| Engine Overheating | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 91 Toyota 4Runner for which I have experienced the following chain of events. I noticed a ... A: Did they explain to you what the oil leak was and what they did to fix it since now there is no oil ... | |
| toyota 1989 pickup clutch | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: My clutch is slipping. I just had it replaced last year. It will be awhile before I can afford to ... A: I'm afraid I can't be much help, it is what it is, the clutch is slipping, there is some adjustment ... | |
| brakes | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: My wife has a 2000 Rav4, all wheel drive. I'm going to put new brake pads on the front. From the ... A: It's not necessary to remove the axle nut to get the rotor off, the rotors are not held on by ... | |
| 2000 toyota Corolla | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 200 Toyota corolla and about 6 months ago it started idling really rough and having trouble ... A: Yes the coil could be the problem , it also could be a bad spark plug or fuel injector or even ... | |
| flickering oil light | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2002 toyota rav4 the oil light starts flickering on and off once the car warms up there is ... A: It may be a malfunctioning oil pressure sending unit so I would try replacing it then see what ... | |
| Toyota Camry Hybrid 2009 | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: Car was bought new last May 2009. Before leaving for a trip to Mexico, our car was called in to ... A: If the dealer covered under warranty then there could not have been any damge caused by outside ... | |
| camry fuel pump fuse location | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: 1996 toyota camry possible fuel pump gone out or fuse blown where is the fuse located? A: The fuel pump doesn't have a dedicated fuse, check to make sure the EFI and the IGN fuses are good. ... | |
| front door (passenger) | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: my wife 1997 camry passenger door will not open, it began as opening from the inside and would not ... A: it makes it a little easier to remove the plastic scuff plate on the bottom door sill, also remove ... | |
| Cruise Control | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: Have a 1996 T100 SR5. Cruise light comes on when I push the button on the steering column. When I ... A: First look for some obvious problems, disconnected electrical connectors, loose or disconnected ... | |
| celica gt misfire | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Celica gt that has an aem intake and a greddy exhaust. These are the only aftermarket ... A: It looks like a misfire on cylinder #1,(po301). The P0420 is a catalityc converter gailure code but ... | |
| 1987 FX-16 GTS MISS ON #2 | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: i HAVE A 87 COROLLA FX-16 GTS 220200 MILES. starts right up but misses. checked and rechecked timing ... A: If the distributor was off a tooth then it would affect all cylinders the same with a loss of power ... | |
| Overheating | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: The radiator cap bottom parts broke off. They are a 1/2"diam washer, a spring and another 1/2" diam ... A: This is typically a headgasket problem, I don't think those missing washers can cause a blockage big ... | |
| gas filter replacement | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: I was told by my mechanic not to replace my 92 celica toyota fuel filter because of the wire that ... A: I think what they mean is that the threads on the bottom fitting can be damaged when trying to ... | |
| 1990 Toyota Celica ST | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 5 speed 1990 Toyota Celica St. I drove it for about 2 weeks and the car ran ... A: A couple of things to check, first check to see if there is spark at the spark plug wire connectors, ... | |
| toyota camry | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: roommate has a 1997 toyota camry and he went jump the battery off of another car and put the cables ... A: Check the fuses under the hood, locate the fuse box near the battery and open the cover, the fuses ... | |
| 1989 Toyota Pickup SR5 HILux 4x4 P/Steering | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: there is a pressure switch on the side of the pump, one of the posts is broken off, is this ... A: This is a vacuum valve connected to the intake manifold with hoses, there is no fluid pressure in ... | |
| V6 engine not firing on left bakn | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1988 Toyota V6 P/U that all of a sudden quit firing on cylinders 2, 4 and 6. It is getting ... A: Those wires touching would have blown a fuse. Check the ground connections at the rear of the pass ... | |
| ecm | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: my 1990 toyota corolla dies with no spark i changed the ecm and it started right away can it be the ... A: So the engine started but doesn't run anymore is this correct? There are a lot of problems with the ... | |
| 99 corolla dead battery-- current draw | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: My 99 corolla has had electrical issues. I had the joy of the DRL module going out and finding that ... A: Does it have an aftermarket alarm system? If so try removing or disabling it to see if the draw goes ... | |
| 2003 toyota tacoma high idle speed | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: i have an 03 tacoma s-runner,3.4 5 speed manual with a bit over 100,000 miles-just replaced clutch ... A: If the check engine light is not on I doubt that there are any trouble codes in the ECM.It could ... | |
| 92 cellica oil leak | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an oil leak on the front of the engine i think at the bottom leftside only when it is running ... A: Most likely the front crankshaft seal, I recommend removing the timing cover for inspection, it may ... | |
| Toyota Corolla Door Lock Solenoid | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: When the doors are locked/unlocked with remote or centre console switch - the drivers door does not ... A: Other than those little plastic clips that secure the metal rods to the components there are no ... | |
| V6 engine not firing on left bakn | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1988 Toyota V6 P/U that all of a sudden quit firing on cylinders 2, 4 and 6. It is getting ... A: Did the test light flash when connected to the two terminals of the connector? Compare to the other ... | |
| Air/Fuel Sensor | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Toyota Tacoma Ext Cab TRD with a CEL code P1135 air/fuel ratio sensor heater ... A: Usually replacing the A/F sensor with a factory OEM part fixes this trouble code but you already ... | |
| V6 engine not firing on left bakn | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1988 Toyota V6 P/U that all of a sudden quit firing on cylinders 2, 4 and 6. It is getting ... A: Disconnect one of the injector connectors on that side, you should be able to get to #2, disconnect ... | |
| keyless entry | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a 2003 Toyota Rav4 S. It has power locks but car came with no remotes so I'm not ... A: The best way to go about this is to contact a toyota dealer's service department and ask them if ... | |
| Radiator cooling fan & A/C system | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: Toyota Camry LE 2005: a) Radiator cooling fan does not turn on even when the engine is on. b) a/c ... A: Does the engine overheat? If not the cooling fan may not turn on because the engine doesn't get hot ... | |
| 2008 Toyota Prius Brake and VSC warning lights | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I bought a 2008 Toyota Prius and drove it for about 100 miles and Brake and VSC warning light came ... A: First check to make sure it's connected and there is no wire damgage between the sensor and the ... | |
| toyota hilux | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a hilux, 3.4 6cyclinder efi 2004 model, when I start the car when cold the engine will rev at ... A: Try cleaning the inside of the throttle body, use some spray air intake or induction system cleaner ... | |
| toyota corolla 2000 | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: i have codes p0128, p0440, p0441, p0446 what exactly need to do to fix it. toyota corolla CE 2000 ... A: The P0128 is a thermostat malfunction so I would start by replacing it. The other codes are emission ... | |
| 2008 Toyota Prius Brake and VSC warning lights | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I bought a 2008 Toyota Prius and drove it for about 100 miles and Brake and VSC warning light came ... A: Her are some explanations for these codes: C0210/33,C0215/34,C1273/73,C1274/74: Rear Speed Sensor RH ... | |
| Trunk lock | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2007 Toyota Camry. The manual told me how to set the luggage security system so that the ... A: You should have two keys, one master key and one valet key, the master key locks/unlocks all locks, ... | |
| Backup Lights Don't Work | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Its a 1992 Toyota Camry, w/ an automatic transmission. It has a lot of miles, i don't know the exact ... A: It may be a wiring problem in the wire harness that runs along the left trunk hinge, the insulation ... | |
| 2003 brake rotor removal | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: How do I remove rotors from a 2003 Camry 4 cyl? -Alan A: The rotors can be removed by first removing the brake caliper and the caliper bracket, once those ... | |
| Engine light | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have 2005 matrix xr , the engine light is on , code po 171.what is that? A: PO171 is a lean air/fuel mixture condition, usually cleaning the throttle body on the inside as well ... | |
| toyota tercel 1986 | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I am planning to drive 75 miles early tomorrow and I just checked my coolant reservoir and found no ... A: As long as the radiator has coolant in it the engine won't overheat, the coolant bottle may just be ... | |
| 2006 prado auto 4wd v6 | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: how to check transmission oil level and does the 4wd transfer box oil run into the transmission oil ... A: The transmission uses WS type fluid, the transmission has no dipstick, as you probably know, the ... | |
| electronic antenna | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: replacing electronic antenna mast landcruiser 97. can't get wire through the firewall. is there ... A: I usually remove the radio and disconnect the antenna lead, there are some wire fasteners on the ... | |
| 02 Tacoma Keyless Entry | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: How do I know if my 2002 Tacoma has key-less entry? Its 2WD, SR5, Pre-Runner, TRD Off road, V6, 4 ... A: Contact the toyota dealer and give them the VIN# they can tell you what equipment it had at the date ... | |
| OBD 2 Code P 0135 | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Tacoma EXT Cab Trd 3.4L V6. The check engine has been on ever since I bought the ... A: Did you mean P1133 and 1135? p0133 and 135 are not listed . The p1135 and 1133 are air fuel ratio ... | |
| drivers side front wheel | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a ringing in the front drivers side wheel thought it might be the races/bearings going bad. ... A: In most cases it requires a hydraulic press to remove the bearing and a tie rod puller to get the ... | |
| 1997, 4 cylinder Toyota Camry, automatic transmission | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: Once again, thanks for the help. My follow up string got so long the site required a new question. ... A: With the shifter in the park position it locks the ring gear and keeps it from turning, when the ... | |
| AC Retrofit | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a '91 Camry and '92 Corolla. Both are in very good condition (low mileage for age) and the AC ... A: It would make sense to retrofit to the R134 freon as the R-12 is not available anymore in the US and ... | |
| What to check first if a car is bottoming at front end? | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: Could you give an advice what do I need to do first if a car is bottoming at front end, particularly ... A: I assume the tires are the correct size, if this is so and everything else checks out ok, then I ... | |
| Coolant | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 04 Camry SE and the water spout light on the dash is lit, which is the coolant, correct? I ... A: I need to know what the diagnostic trouble code number was in order to help more, check engine ... | |
| Bad oil leak 1994 Toyota Camry | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Toyota Camry with a 3.0, V-6. It has 326,000 miles and a very bad oil leak(s). It uses ... A: In this case the mechanic is probably right,at at 326,000 miles it's time to do an engine ... | |
| 2002 camry 4 cyl XLE | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: Automatic Gearbox , but I can't shift the stick anymore from P to D , without pushing the small ... A: The reason it can't be put in "D" is because the stop lights are not working so the stop light issue ... | |
| help | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2003 Toyota Adventist diesel d cat which is excessively smoking due to the 5th injector as ... A: I don't have much information on diesel engines as they are not sold in the US, I assume that it ... | |
| 96 toytota t100 v6 | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Toyota t100 V6 with a IDLE problem. it idles at 1800 rpm until you whack the throttle ... A: Remove the trhottle body and remove the idle air control vlave from the bottom of the throttle body, ... | |
| Disc Brakes - 99 Toyota Camry | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I just changed rotors and pads on the front. Now I hear a low drone noise (not a squeak, or high ... A: Calipers rarely cause problems so I think the problem may be incorrect pads or they are installed ... | |
| Toyota dies after 10 to 20 minutes | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: My son has a 1988 corolla with a 4 AF engine. I installed a new short block and everything worked ... A: It seems like an electrical problem, there have been issues with distributors on these engines, ... | |
| '96 Prizm missing at certain RPMs | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I've got a tough one with my '96 Geo Prizm. It is a 5-speed manual with the 1.8 liter engine. It ... A: What is the trouble code number you are getting now and how was the O2 sensor checked to confirm ... | |
| Toyota r22 1981 jerking motion | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I Have a 1981 Toyota pickup with the r22 engine in it. 2 wheel drive. It is gine under acceleration ... A: Was the disteributor cap and rotor replaced or checked, if not I would recommend replacing those as ... | |
| 99 Camry LE 4cyl rear power window | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: This is my girlfriend's car, it's an automatic & has 200000 miles. Left rear power window is ... A: In order to get the window up it needs to be removed from the regulator, try to move the window up ... | |
| RPM low (at 0), car doesnt turn on | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: i have a toyota camry 2002 with 154k miles. the last couple of days the car was taking a little ... A: Clean the throttle body evey 30,000 miles. Test the battery with a volt meter, it should have at ... | |
| Toyota front rotor removal | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: how do I remove front rotor 2001 Camry and what size socket is needed if you have to take it off A: The rors can be removed by first removing the brake calipers, remove the 14mm nuts and pull the ... | |
| 99 Camry backup light wire | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: Back up lights weren't working, so I replaced the bulbs and checked the fuse, which was good. ... A: You need to cut the insulation open on the wire harness running along the left trunk hinge all the ... | |
| 1996 TOYOTA TERCEL TRANSMISSION SWAP | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: About 3 years ago I bought a 1994 Toyota Tercel, drove it 3 months and the engine started knocking ... A: It seems the transmission has a major problem and will need to be replaced, possible a differential ... | |
| RPM low (at 0), car doesnt turn on | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: i have a toyota camry 2002 with 154k miles. the last couple of days the car was taking a little ... A: Here is what you will need to try doing first: Remove the large rubber air intake hose from the ... | |
| 1997 Toyota Corolla CE 1.6L Will NOT Start... | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a friend who owns a 1997 Corolla CE 1.6L with 165,xxx miles on it. He is having a problem ... A: There are a couple of things to consider, first, does it have any kind of alarm system? If not check ... | |
| 92 camry 3.0 transmission R&R | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: I have to replace the automatic transmission in my 92 Camry LE V6. I have an engine ... A: What I usually do is to remove the subframe and get it out of the way, the engine has to be ... | |
| theft deterrent system | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Toyota Camry LE with a problem. I changed the battery and the theft deterrent system ... A: Replacing the battery normally doesn't affect the immobilizer system, does it have an aftermarket ... | |
| 93 camry 3.0 no injection pulse | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: the car is a 93 camry 3.0 v6 with approx. 125k on the clock. the car originally was brought in for a ... A: Check the injector and computer ground wires to body ground, there are some ground connections on ... | |
| overheating and idle | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1994 toyota pickup 4x4 22re. it has been idling rilly weirdly. it reves high when not ... A: The erratic idle is caused by the overheating, it creates air pockets in the cooling system and when ... | |
| 1991 toyota camry 2.5 liter v6 dohc | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: My 1991 camry's head lights work and brake lights work however, the tail lights will not work when ... A: There is one tail light relay under the hood in the fuse box, there is also a lamp failure relay in ... | |
| toyota celica car door | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: what is wrong with my 2001 toyota celica? the right passenger side of the cars electric went out and ... A: Electrical problems are too hard to diagnose without looking at the car myself, the most likely ... | |
| 2002 toyota camry code p0420 | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2002 Toyota Camry. the check engine light has been coming on intermittently. the check ... A: The p0420 code is directly related to a malfunctioning cat converter, the reason the light will turn ... | |
| 97 Avalon ABS ans SRS lights on | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: In preparation of selling the vehicle ( 97 Avalon prod date 10/96) I decided to change out the pads ... A: You need to use the OBD II DTC connector inside under the dash and connect the OBDII compatible ... | |
| 92 celica idle,acceleration and,startup problems | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 92 toyota celica 2.2 manual. I am going to try my best to discribe the problem in hopes ... A: The loose hose is the cause of the whistling noise so you need to correct this problem first, the ... | |
| '92 Camry won't idle | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: My sister has a 1992 Camry that she recently bought off Craigslist and its turning into a nightmare. ... A: This is usually due to a sticking idle air control valve, the IAC valve is located on the throttle ... | |
| 2000 mr2 spyder 5-speed manual | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: A couple of mornings ago I did the usual start the car in neutral to let it roll back down small ... A: One of the hydraulic cylinders may be leaking, if not externally it could still be leaking ... | |
| 2001 Rav4- random clattering in engine compartment | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I'm having troulbe diagnosing a clattering sound coming from my '01 Rav4. The car has 237,000 miles ... A: Check the drive belt tensioner, if they become weak it can create a noise that sounds like this, if ... | |
| low beams don't work | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: It's a 2005 Toyota Corolla CE. It has lights automatically on at start-up. All four fuses (1 each ... A: It sounds like it has daytime running lights, there are a couple of reasons for this, the DRL relay ... | |
| Power Steering fluid leak | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I check tires & fluid levels every two weeks. 2003 Camry LE 4 cyl. 104,000. Noticed today reservoir ... A: There are two common power steering leaks on this year camry, the power steering pump and the ... | |
| Purchasing a 1993 Toyota 4 runner | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I am thinking of purchasing a 1993 toyota 4 runner Sr5 Automatic. I was wondering what "#1 shift ... A: Be careful, this is usually an indication that the transmission has a major problem, shift solenoids ... | |
| Loud humming noise from rear | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I bought a used 1994 Toyota Sienna and now there is a very loud humming sound coming from the rear ... A: You have replaced one wheel bearing, it's possible that it may be the other side making noise or the ... | |
| '99 Toyota Camry brake pad replacement | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to replace the brake pads on my '99 Toyota Camry 6-cylinder and started with the rear. ... A: To just replace the brake pads all you have to do is to remove the two 14mm bolts for the caliper, ... | |
| tail light wires | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: Ritter,I have a 1991 Toyota Camery and I've replaced the fuses and bulbs on it and I still don't ... A: There are a couple of common problems for this, there is an open circuit in the wire harness that ... | |
| 1989 Camry suddenly running rough | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: For the last month or two, the check engine light will go on after driving about 5 minutes and will ... A: It may be a good idea to find out why the check engine light comes on before doing anything else, ... | |
| starter motor | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: how do i take out the starter motor in a 2000 toyota corolla A: The starter is under the intake manifold, there are two 14mm bolts at the rear of the bellhousing ... | |
| 2003 Highlander Coolant Leak | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Coolant level went low, started to lose the heater. I found red residue which appeared to originate ... A: If it's at the rear of the engine it can't be the waterpump that's leaking now, there are some ... | |
| 1997, 4 cylinder Toyota Camry, automatic transmission | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I enjoy doing my own auto repair, but my efficiency isn't very good, as I don't have a fully ... A: Not sure exactly what is going on, if the engine turns over which in turn will turn the torque ... | |
| 1999 Toyota Rav 4 | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: My car has a PO401 Trouble code, EGR flow problem. If I open the valve by hand the engine stalls ... A: There are two common causes for this, the egr modulator valve, located on a bracket directly on the ... | |
| 2003 Toyota Echo | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: The light went out in the gear shift letters. How do I replace the light? A: Remove the trim piece around the shifter and remove the center console, there are two small bolts ... | |
| failed smog test | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: My sons car, a 96 Toyota Corolla, just failed the smog test. The numbers are: 15mph RPM: 1831 %Co2 ... A: in that case it may be an inefficient catalityc converter,if you are dealing with a test and repair ... | |
| 1997, 4 cylinder Toyota Camry, automatic transmission | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: Ted, I enjoy doing my own auto repair, but my efficiency isn't very good, as I don't have a fully ... A: The transmission oil pump will build up pressure almost immediately after the engine starts, it ... | |
| Engine & VSC lights came on. | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: 2002 Highlander - Just had oil change less than 2wks ago. 130k no trouble, then I have oil chg and ... A: The VSC light usually turns on because of the check engine light, so it should be diagnosed first,if ... | |
| Brake Warning Light | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I rarely use my emergency brakes but when my boyfriend drove my car over the holidays, he did ... A: It's possible that the car was driven with the parking brake on, have the rear brakes checked for ... | |
| 99 Avalon sputtering on deceleration and idle | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: Recently my Avalon as begun sputtering upon deceleration and at idle. It just recently topped the ... A: The p0300 code is not specific to any single cylinder but it affects all cylinders so there is a ... | |
| 99 Avalon sputtering on deceleration and idle | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: Recently my Avalon as begun sputtering upon deceleration and at idle. It just recently topped the ... A: It's probably an engine misfire, the first thing is to get the trouble codes, locate an Autozone ... | |
| dash clock | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 96 Toyota Camry and the clock will not go off when you turn the car off. Should ... A: No, this should not happen, the clock should go off, someone may have rewired it wrong so it stays ... | |
| 2005 Corolla AM2 fuse | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I accidentally tried starting my 2005 Corolla with the cables on backwards. I blew a few fuses ... A: The 30A main fuse stays intact, is this so? Does the am2 fuse blow only when turning the key to ... | |
| Toyota catalytic converter aftermarket part | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: My 1999 Camry XLE has about 58000 miles. In 2/08 I had the catalytic converter replaced with an ... A: The 1999 camry actually has two catalityc converters, there is one attached to the exhaust manifold ... | |
| coil / igniter 5SFE motor | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: Engine was overheated an bit. Now has no spark. Have replaced plugs, ignition leads and distributor ... A: The coil is built into the distributor, remove the cap and the rotor and the coil cover and inspect ... | |
| 1999 toyota rav 4wd | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I own a 99 rav4 4wd, P0401 code problem. I checked egr valve and it is working, all hoses seem ok, ... A: The vacuum modulator can be tested by removing it then blowing into the bottom port, no air should ... | |
| Dogbone Mount | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I was told when I took my 2002 Camry LE in for inspection at the dealership that my dogbone %26 ... A: Yes it is a common problem on the camrys, the mounts are not cheap and the labor usually runs about ... | |
| 2006 corolla serpentine belt | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: How to replace serpentine belt on 2006 corolla sport, 1.8 liter engine. A: There is a belt tensioner that has to be released, it is spring loaded, use a breaker bar and a 19mm ... | |
| 1990 6 cyl. 4runner fuel filter | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: where and what does a 1990 6cyl. 4wd Toyota 4runner look like? How to you keep fuel from leaking ... A: The fuel filter is located underneath on the inside of the right frame rail below the passenger ... | |
| brake caliper | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: how do I remove the brake caliper from a 2008 toyota tacoma? A: After the wheel is off remove the hydraulic brake line then remove the two 17mm bolts on the back of ... | |
| Car starts but can't move. | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Toyota 4runner. My problem is that I can start my car, but my air conditioner, ... A: You have some blown fuses, to be able to get it out of park so you can drive it look in front of the ... | |
| 97 Landcruiser | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: how do I replace the power antenna on my 97 Landcruiser. I have it loose, but the antenna cable ... A: Yes that's coorect the cable cannot be disconnected at the antenna, the radio has to be removed and ... | |
| 94 toyota pickup sat for 5 years | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I left for the marine corps back in 2005. At which time I had to also leave my 2 loves. My wife, and ... A: After five years the first thing that should be done is to drain out any old gas that may be in the ... | |
| clutch repair | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: We have a 2004 Toyota Camry SE - 5 spd manual 2.4L. Approx. 119,000 KM. We recently had the clutch ... A: The answer to that question is yes, simple logic tells you that if the abs sensor was not a problem ... | |
| Fuse location | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 4 cylinder Camry and the rear window defroster (electrical wires in window) is not ... A: There are two fuses for this circuit, the 40A DEF and the 7.5A gauge, both are located on the ... | |
| Toyota 4Runner | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Toyota 4Runner and recently the TRAC OFF VSC TRAC lights came on and today the car ... A: There are many things it could be that's why it has an onboard diagnostic system to determine where ... | |
| camry rear main seal | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: how difficult and how long would it take to change the rear main seal on a 96 camry...i am in my 50s ... A: The transmission can be removed without removing the engine, pretty difficult unless you have a car ... | |
| Toyota pickup | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I found a small Toyota truck fairly cheap. I believe it is a 94 model, 2 wheel drive with the 22R ... A: Yes, probably, I would recommend that after buying it drain the oil and put in fresh oil and a new ... | |
| tacoma turn signals | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: i have an 04 toyota tacoma. recently my left turn signal started to stick when i turn my parking ... A: Yes, that was going to be my next step, I have seen too many problems like this caused by trailer ... | |
| 22r Compression Loss | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: First, I would like to thank you for your time and effort. Problem: 22r from an 81 Toyota Pickup ... A: A warped cylinder head will usually not affect all cylinders unless there is a lot of warpage, the ... | |
| 92 pickup transmission issues | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: 92 toyota pickup, 22re, manual, 130000 miles. About a year ago, the transmission started popping ... A: The clutch seems to be not releasing all the way, check for hydraulic fluid leaks, check the ... | |
| 1990 Brake Light bulb | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have 1990 Toyota 4runner. I have a problem with the brake lights. When the headlights are off ... A: Check the wire harness on the left trunk hinge, the wires inside the harness can break and short ... | |
| Car Repair | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: The following lights are lit on the dashboard in my 2003 Toyota 4Runner and I don't know what they ... A: The check engine light usually causes the other lights to turn on because these dystems will be ... | |
| Toyota Camry loses power | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Toyota Camry 4 cylinder with 187,000 miles. While I was driving I came to a stop and ... A: The first step would be to find out why the check engine light is on, this can be done by locating ... | |
| unknown problem | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Toyota Tacoma with a 2.4 liter engine. I have replaced the starter, relay, altenator, ... A: Bypass all the relays etc. Disconnect the solenoid wire from the starter and connect a jumper wire ... | |
| 1990 toyota Camry | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1990 camry that has two problems that i don't want to spend $1000 getting it done in a shop ... A: The first thing I'll have to askyou is did you check the fuses? Is the fuse marked "tail" in the ... | |
| 92 Corolla how much antifreeze does it hold | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 92 Corolla and am going to replace my thermostat this weekend. I do not have the owner's ... A: Yes, it's a little more than four quarts, make sure to turn the heater on while running the engine ... | |
| Toyota Celica GT | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: my son has a Toyota Celica GT ,manual transmission. The problem he is having being that after the ... A: It seems to be the 5SF-E engine, this engine has an external coi/igniter module, a common problem ... | |
| electrical problem | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I own a 1998 toyota camry,about two weeks ago a red light on the dash,with the symbol of an open ... A: One of the doors is not closing all the way causing the door ajar light to blink, push on each door ... | |
| starting/idle problem | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1991 Toyota Previa, which I love very much and want to keep as long as possible. It now ... A: Yes the coolant temp sensor connections that you mention are correct. It's very likdely that it is a ... | |
| my radiator fan | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: . i have a 1992 Toyota camry XLE it has the V6 3.0 engine my car is overheating we changed the water ... A: It uses hydraulic pressure from the power steering pump to move the fan, there is a pressure ... | |
| 1994 Toyota Camry Starting issues | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: Recently my 1994 Toyota Camry Le has had issues starting. Not the usual problem when turning the key ... A: If the battery is known to be good then do the following test to see if the starter is the problem: ... | |
| 2006 Camry | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I have 2006 Camry LE 4 cylinder with only 20,000 miles. In the past year I only put on about 3,000 ... A: Yes you are correct, there is no need to replace the pcv valve, the cabin air filter, maybe, have it ... | |
| leaking oil & water | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: we have a toyota camry 2000 automatic transmission with 155K miles. on the way home after a long ... A: A noise like that is never good news, it sounds like the engine lost oil pressure, possibly the oil ... | |
| Highlander service | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: My 2007 Highlander has 30,000 miles and the manual says it needs only oil change, cabin filter and ... A: Here is what you should really have done at 30,000 miles, change the oil and filter, replace the air ... | |
| starting/idle problem | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1991 Toyota Previa, which I love very much and want to keep as long as possible. It now ... A: Possibly a vacuum leak but it would be the same all the time and not temperature related, I think ... | |
| 1993 Toyota 4x4 starting Issue | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: I am restoring a 93 xcab with a 4cyl engine, truck has been not been licensed for four years and I ... A: Possibly a problem with the distributor, which is common, the other problem areas are the ... | |
| axle seal | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: 22 R 1986 automatic 4x4 4 runner passenger rear side axle is leaking a lot would it be wise to try ... A: The most inexpensive way would be to replace the axle seal and it will also probably need the brake ... | |
| misfire on 1997 Camry | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: My '97 Camry LE(2.2 l, auto, air) has been running rough for some time. Initially it would miss on ... A: Ok, that clears it up a little for me, right after toyota got rid of the distributor they introduced ... | |
| 1997 toyota corolla dx | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: i am repairing a toyota corolla i wrecked that was promised to my daughter. i need to know the ... A: The center air bag sensor is located under the radio and front center console mounted to the ... | |
| Toyota 4 Runner Brake Lights | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: Someone on the road just told me today that my brake lights were out on my 2002 Toyota 4 Runner. ... A: If the center stop light is working the the circuit up to the rear lights must be ok, the problem ... | |
| Camry 1996 | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: Ted I have following questions... my car has starting problem some times get click sound first ... A: The clicking sound means the starter is going out and needs to be replaced. The idle problem is most ... | |
| 1998 camry windows and door panel | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: the power windows and locks have been intermitant for a few weeks now, working sometimes when my ... A: Yes there are some wires in the rubber boot that need attention, some may be broken and shorting ... | |
| 1998 Camry Passenger side rear seat belt stuck | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: The passenger side rear seatbelt is stuck half way out. I could not see any fold in the seat belt. I ... A: The seat belt retractor can not be repaired, the seat belt has to be replaced. It can be accessed by ... | |
| Service Engine and Trac off Lights | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Toyota Avalon XLS. My "Service Engine" light came on and shortly thereafter the ... A: Whenever the check engine light comes on it will disable traction and VSC control, the root cause is ... | |
| 22r engine problem | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I have oil in my radiator and alot too ANSWER: Is it an automatic transmission? Is the engine oil ... A: Whoever told you that is right, this is why I asked those questions about engine noise etc, the ... | |
| 2008 avalon daytime running light | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: My drivers side daytime running light has blown. Is there a simple way to replace this bulb myself? A: You will probably have to remove the battery to get enough room to get to the bulb. The bulb socket ... | |
| driver side door won't close when frozen | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I'm in New Jersey driving a very well kept 2000 Toyota Solara with about 156,600 miles (4 cylinder, ... A: Your'e probably going to have to replace that door latch assembly, it seems that it's hanging up ... | |
| 1993 Toyota Camry | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 93 Toyota Camry that will only supply 80 degree F air this winter. This is with the temp ... A: Just because both hoses are hot doesn't mean the coolant is circulating through the heater core, ... | |
| 97 Celica water on passenger side floor | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 97 Toyota Celica w/trunk and sunroof. Every time it rains I have a puddle of water on the ... A: Yes it's most likely a sunroof drain hose that has become disconnected or is clogged allowing water ... | |
| Toyota Celica GT | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: my son has a Toyota Celica GT ,manual transmission. The problem he is having being that after the ... A: I need to know what year Celica it is and is the check engine light on while it's running, does the ... | |
| 2000 celica gt Igniter Circuit Malfunction (No. 3) | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: my 2000 celica gt has what seems like a misfire. My car acts like it has no power while driving. I ... A: First I need to make sure you replaced the right coil, #3 is the third one from the front of the ... | |
| P0446 and Gas Filling Problem | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Toyota Camry 4-cyl PZEV (California), auto-trans, 115K miles. The engine trouble ... A: Here are some problems listed that could be the cause of the p0446 Vacuum hose has cracks, holes, ... | |
| car running a little bit hotter | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: For the last few weeks I have noticed that my car, a 1992 Toyota Corolla, is running a little bit ... A: I don't know why it would run alittle warmer than before but 1/3 on the gauge is too low, the normal ... | |
| Loss of compression | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: We have a Toyota 4runner 2005, V8 SR5 model. This past April, we had an exhaust valve go bad and ... A: This doesn't sound right, the statement " a loss of compression" is too vague for me, I need to know ... | |
| 1993 Toyota P/U Clutch Adjustment | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Toyota P/U 2.4L 5 speed, I just replaced the clutch and it engages and disengages at ... A: The pedal rod adjustment is for the clutch pedal free play which should be no more than about ... | |
| removing balancert | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: i need to remove a balancer with a siezed center bolt,any suggestion? A: You can use a chain wrench to hold the pulley, the cain wrech can be rented at most rental places, ... | |
| windshield washer fluid hoeses | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: My washer fluid is leaking out and when I try and use the washer it leaks out on the side under the ... A: The washer hose comes off the pump located in the wahser tank under the right side fender, the inner ... | |
| Directionals and emer flasher issues | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I also have a 1999 Toyota Camry, with directional and flasher issues. The directional indicator on ... A: Possibly a bad flasher unit, it's located under the left kick panel on a small relay block, it ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Rav4-4wd 2.0- 4 cylinder-99k | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: The rav has started to develop a valve tap noise on cold start and lasts until five minutes after ... A: The timing belt should be replaced at 90,000 miles, the valves are not self adjusting, they use a ... | |
| replace ignition lock and/or key tumbler | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I tried to start my 2001 Toyota 4-runner this afternoon and the key would only turn to ACC and I ... A: the release button for the ignitiopn lock cylinder is at the bottom of the lock housing, remove the ... | |
| heater problems. | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I own a 1987 Celica Gt-s and for some reason the heater will not blow hot except for every once in a ... A: Yes, it does sound like the heater core is blocked or partially restricted but before assuming this ... | |
| 2006 Avalon headlights | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: I want to change the headlight bulbs on my 2006 Avalon. To do this I have to remove the cool air ... A: The dlips are removeable and re usable, depress the center with a small screwdriver then pull the ... | |
| thanks | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I bought a used 01 limited 4runner recently. The engine light came on yesterday out of the blue. A ... A: It's what is referred to as a Federal vehicle, to be sold outside california but that doesn't mean ... | |
| alternator | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: why doesnt my alternator charge is voltage regulator inside alternator A: Just about all voltage regulators on Toyota vehicles are built into the alternator since about 1978, ... | |
| 92 Toyota 4 Runner ignition switch | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I am replacing a 92 Toyota 4 Runner ignition switch. What tools and step are required for this task? A: If your'e replacing the ignition lock cylinder you will need to remove the covers around the ... | |
| Hilux Beeper | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: Where is the 08/09 hilux sr5 dualcab beeper located, i know its somewhere under the steering column, ... A: The beeper is built into the integration relay and is integrated into the body ECU, the beeper is ... | |
| Electrical | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I have 1990 Camry DX 3SFE. The 7.5 Amp. fuse on the driver side kick panel blows out every so often, ... A: This fuse supplies voltage to a lot of circuits, What makes it really difficult is that the problem ... | |
| clogged drains-sunroof | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me where the drain lines exit the van['97 sienna xle] from the sunroof?the two front ... A: They exit underneath but may be located in the body panels and drip out drain openings, the drain ... | |
| Torque specs 06 Camry 2.4L engine | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: What are the torque specs for the head bolts and cams along with the tightening sequence of bolts ... A: The headbolts are torqued to 58ft/lbs then an additional 90 degrees, the number one cam bearings to ... | |
| engine problems | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: My 4cyl Toyota Tacoma suddenly started acting like it's misfiring and the check engine light ... A: Yes that's a misfire condition, the first thing is to connect a diagnostic scantool to find out what ... | |
| 2000 Solara Electric Problem | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: In jump starting the solara I may have crossed the cables, although there was no sign of it at the ... A: A testlight is a simply a 12volt bulb encosed in a transparent enclosure with a pointed tip at one ... | |
| Radio/Nav Out | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: My radio/nav unit on my 2006 Sienna Limited is completely out. Where are the fuses for this? I ... A: Yes it is, contact the toyota dealer to get an exchange unit from the manufacturer directly, the ... | |
| white smoke from exhuast | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: 92 toy camery 6 cly auto, the mechanic replased the trans,the car was ruing great for a couple of ... A: After replacing the headgasket it can take quite a while for all the coolant to clear out of the ... | |
| Solara spark plug replacement. | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Solara V6 stick, the finest car I have ever owned. (I'm 60) The Haynes and Chilton ... A: The "rear"spark plugs can be replaced without removing the air intake chamber but it's difficult and ... | |
| heat blower fan stopped working | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: 1997 4Runner, 6-cyl 4WD, auto transmission,120K miles without any previous problems. Two days ago ... A: The 50A heater fuse under the hood in the fuse box applies 12v directly to one side of the blower ... | |
| 98 Lexus ES300 Tranny problems! | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 98 ES300 with about 230,000 miles on it. Recently, i was driving down our local highway and ... A: At that mileage it's probably a transmission problem, if the filter/pickup screen was clogged it had ... | |
| 2001 Toyota Camry 4 cyl. 102k miles | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 cyl. 2001 Camry LE with 102k miles. Check engine light came on so I had the folks at ... A: This is usually a p0770 trouble code, the solenoid "E" is the shift lock solenoid for the lock-up ... | |
| 2000 Solara Electric Problem | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: In jump starting the solara I may have crossed the cables, although there was no sign of it at the ... A: The 100 Amp alternator fuse is blown under the hood in the fuse block, it has a clear plastic cover ... | |
| In dash CD player Toyota Sienna 2005 | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: My CD player won't play any discs. When any disc is inserted. the load indicator on the LCD ... A: The radio/cd unit should be removed and sent to a radio repair shop, you can do this yourself but I ... | |
| 99 Toyota Avalon | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: I really hope you can help me! Local mechanics have given up on this one. I have a 99 avalon xls ... A: I find it hard to believe that there are no diagnostic trouble codes with the abs light on, can you ... | |
| Avalon Dash light (odometer) | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: One of the dash lights where the odometer is has burned out. Apparently there are two. One side is ... A: The bulbs are replaceable on the back of the instrument ckuster, remove the trim piece areound the ... | |
| PO 402 | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1995 Toyota camry i have a check engine light PO 402 i will like to know if it is the egr ... A: This code means that there is too much egr gas flow, this could be due to an egr valve that is ... | |
| Brake Lights keep blowing fuse | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: It helped me to replace the brake light switch but unfortunately, that wasn't the problem. The fuse ... A: The avalon uses a tail light relay located in the trunk on the left side behind the carpeting, move ... | |
| 1992 toyota Camry | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: My Toyota has an engine light on and a grinding noise in the middle of the engine A: I don't know if the two are related but the first step would be to have it diagnosed why the check ... | |
| 95 Corolla Ignition lock assembly | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 95 Geo Prizm, which I'm told is mostly a Toyota Corolla. Yesterday, the ignition lock ... A: That piece is not available seperately and is part of the ignition lock assembly that attaches to ... | |
| 2003 toyota corolla airbag light reset | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: The airbag light recently came on in our 2003 Toyota Corolla CE. I tried my OBD code reader, but can ... A: if the airbag light is on there should be codes in the system. Maybe your code reader can't read srs ... | |
| ignition key | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: i have 1988 tpyta camry crooks put screwdriver to start i need to put new ignition key cylinder ... A: If you already have the new key cylinder you can see that there is a release pin on the body of the ... | |
| 1999 Tiyota Sienna key-less Entry antenna | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I have noticed Key-less entry getting weaker and weaker. Tried inserting brand new batteries in both ... A: The receiver antenna is built into the keyless entry ecu,there is no adjustment on the factory ... | |
| VSC, Trac OFF and CHECK lights on | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: My 2002 Toyota Sienna's VSC, TRAC OFF and CHECK lights are on again. Last time, we brought the car ... A: Toyota has issued a service bulletin for this code EG013-03: M.I.L. "ON" DTC P0440, P0441 or P0446: ... | |
| unintended acceleration | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: Given the recent attention given to unintended acceleration in Toyota and Lexus vehicles, I'm ... A: No I have not experienced this condition, toyota suspects a problem with additional floor mats added ... | |
| Brake Lights keep blowing fuse | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: It helped me to replace the brake light switch but unfortunately, that wasn't the problem. The fuse ... A: Disconnect all the connections on both sides of the wire harness to the tail light assemblies and ... | |
| Radio/Nav Out | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: My radio/nav unit on my 2006 Sienna Limited is completely out. Where are the fuses for this? I ... A: There are four fuses to check, two of them are under the hood in the fuse panel, open it and locate ... | |
| VSC, Trac OFF and CHECK lights on | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: My 2002 Toyota Sienna's VSC, TRAC OFF and CHECK lights are on again. Last time, we brought the car ... A: I have no idea what chip they are talking about, we don't replace chips only complete computers if ... | |
| Brake lights inop | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1990 Camery that the brake lights do not work. Have changed out brake light switch but ... A: This should also blow the stop light fuse, has it been checked, if it is blown then it would confirm ... | |
| 22RE coolant problems | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: 4x4 22RE 218 000kms. I just had the head gasket replaced and the head planed.problem didn't get ... A: Yes these cylinder heads have a tendency to have cracks, how long has been been since the headgasket ... | |
| sc300 problem | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 92 sc300 with a 1jzgte started missing and straight away died and picked up and died dead ... A: First check for trouble codes using the diagnostic connector under the hood, with the key on and a ... | |
| 2001 sequoia transmission | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I have 2001 toyota sequoia when i put in in drive first thing in AM or when its been sitting I go ... A: The first thing to do is to check the transmission fluid level,do this at operating temperature in ... | |
| '97 Tercel Oil problem | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an automatic 97 tercel white hawk with 180000 miles on it. Cant figure out what is happening ... A: I don't believe in additives, they are a temporary fix at best. Have you checked the coolant for the ... | |
| Glove Box Rattles 2010 Prius | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: Can you offer any fixes for glove box rattles which seem to be related to the plastic hinges of the ... A: Toyota has not issued any service bulletins for this and I have not come across this complaint yet ... | |
| 2000 solara turn signal does not turn off | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: do you know what would cause the left turn signal to remain on constantly? switch seems to self ... A: Check the bulbs and the bulb sockets in both the front lights, including turn signal and parking ... | |
| 88 3.0 oil pan removal & oil pump | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 88 3.0 4WD P/U w/234,000 miles and I need to replace the oil pan.. and I figure I may as ... A: The oil pump can be accessed by removing the timing cover, there is no easy way to remove the oil ... | |
| Fuel filter? | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: So my 92 Toyota camry recentrly has been losing power on the road and sputters and jerks a lot. I ... A: The fuel filter is located inside the fuel tank and is not serviceable, it does not require ... | |
| loss of power and hesitation on acceleration. | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: '02 4runner, I have a loss of power on accelleration. The truck`s rpms jump rapidly like it is ... A: I assume the check engine light is not on or comes on and goes off, is this correct? Since most ... | |
| '02 Tundra repair/diagnose | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I have an '02 Tundra V6 SR5 AT 4X2 displaying DTC 0770 for which there is a TSB (EG024-02#. The ... A: This code is usually caused by a failing lock-up torque converter not the solenoid, the ... | |
| 1987 Toyota Forerunner | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: The engine is a 22r 4 cyl. Recently the check engine light has started to come on and when this ... A: Try to get the trouble code that's causing the check engine light. Locate the diagnostic check ... | |
| malfunction | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: This morning, while driving on the Interstate, the VSC TRAC warning light went on, as well as the ... A: The check engine light is the root cause of the problem, whenever it turns on the other systems are ... | |
| 4x4 brakes | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: How do you remove the rotor on a 1990 Toyota 4x4? A: First the calipers bolts have to be removed to get the calipers off, then the 4x4 hubs are removed, ... | |
| Lights (All inside lights, and tail) | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: When I turn on my lights, the headlights come on but the tail lights do not. When I press the brake, ... A: Check the tail light bulbs and sockets, check all the electrical connectors and the ground wires, ... | |
| Malfunction Indicator Lamp | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: The Malfunction Indicator Lamp came on in my 2005 Toyota Corolla 110,000 miles. It has happened ... A: I need to know what the troubled codes are in the computer, can you have them retreived, most of the ... | |
| Check engine light | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I have just bought a 2001 toyota corolla, with 127667 miles on it. the car had been sitting in the ... A: Possibly yes, go ahead and put in some gas and make sure the gas cap gets put on tight, then clear ... | |
| Corolla engine light on again | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I own a 2000 Corolla with 85,000 miles. In the last year it has started to burn oil, about 0.25 ... A: Using one quart in 1000 miles is considered normal oil consumption, you are below that. Check for ... | |
| Tacoma idle problem | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: Same thing happened to me in my 1997 V6. I was 1hr into a 400mi road trip and whenever I put my foot ... A: This can be fixed by removing the throttle body and then the idle air control valve, clean both of ... | |
| 1993 Toyota Celica ST Antenna problem | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Celica that I just bought. The antenna mast doesnt exist anymore and the person ... A: The power antenna can be removed and replaced with either a factory non power antenna(recommended) ... | |
| 1991 toyota celica fast idle | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: My 1991 GTS toyota celica has a fast idle (1800 rpm) even when the engine is warm. I have already ... A: This engine has an idle speed control valve located on the bottom of the throttle body, it may be ... | |
| Highlander 2001 | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: About three years ago I accidentally put Diesel fuel in my 2001 Highlander. I had it purged and have ... A: The p0440 and 446 are evap system codes, there is a leak in the evap recovery system, this could be ... | |
| 2006 Land Cruiser | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: My wife and I have two, yes two 2006 Toyota Land Cruisers. My is perfect 130K miles, my wife's has ... A: The way to fix the problem is to go to another toyota dealer, they sound like they don't want to be ... | |
| Toyata pickup | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: Hey, my name is Matthew and I have a 1990 Toyota pickup 5 speed 98,000 miles. When I shift it into ... A: Replace the shifter bushings in the shift tower on top of the transmission, this is the most common ... | |
| replacing power steering belt on 1989 pickup 22R engine | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: What are the steps to replacing this belt? A: If it has a/c then the a/c belt has to be removed first, loosen the a/c idler pulley nut and then ... | |
| rear drum brakes | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I need some help with my rear drum brakes. I had them done on a week ago and have had problems ever ... A: The brakes hsouldn't make any noise after they were serviced, there is something wrong, maybe you ... | |
| 1991 toyota celica fast idle | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: My 1991 GTS toyota celica has a fast idle (1800 rpm) even when the engine is warm. I have already ... A: Check to make sure the throttle cables are not binding and keeping the throttle plate from closing ... | |
| 1995 toyota avalon | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: my car is a 1995 toyota avalon. my problem is the cel came out and the code is p0773 shift solenoid ... A: The rpm figure seems normal at hat speed so it is going into overdrive, the 773 code can be caused ... | |
| toyota temperature | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 94 toyota corolla that has a couple of things that are puzzling me recently..The first is ... A: Check the engine cooling fan, when the engine is cold it should be off, turn the key on and see if ... | |
| 1996 Toyota Avalon Brake Release Switch | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: The fuse which is connected to the brake lights and the brake release switch (enables you to shift ... A: pull off the left door scuff plate then remove the kick panel, there is a 100mm bolt that has to be ... | |
| Leaks on a '98 toyota camry | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: Trying to diagnose a problem on my 98 Toyota Camry LE. this last summer I noticed the carpets are ... A: It could be a heater core leaking, if antifreeze is in the cooling system then the drip inside ... | |
| Poor gas milage | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: big fan here. I recently bought an 94 camry dx 5s-fe with 88ks on it . My question is : How many ... A: 20-22 mpg is about normal for city driving on the highway it should get around 25-28mpg. Having the ... | |
| 2002 toyota camry LX | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: the engine light is on, these are codes that was given to me, when I had a diagnostic engine check ... A: These codes came on because the gas gap didn't seal, if it was only loose, tighten it and then ... | |
| 93 Previa cold start injector | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: My 1993 Toyota Previa hesitates to start when the engine is cold. It takes 3 o 4 times cranking the ... A: Your email address didn't show up it may have been blocked by this site, the cold start injector is ... | |
| 1997 toyota avalon | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I have 1997 Toyota Avalon, the gear is not moving so I can't shift between the D, N etc.... I have a ... A: Check to see if the brake lights are working, if not check the "stop" fuse in the fuse panel under ... | |
| 22R Camshaft timing alignment | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: 1987 pickup w/22R engine I am in process of timing chain replacement. I'm an amateur who studied ... A: In the first picture the timing is one tooth of on the top sprocket, the dimple in the sprocket ... | |
| IAC and Throttle body | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: Okay, I have a Toyota Camry 95' 4 cylinder. I am having RPM fluctuations while car is at idle, I ... A: Cleaning the IAC valve without removing it may not work very well but you can give it a try, remove ... | |
| 2006 corolla alarm | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: how to reset the factory alarm. alarm does not sound but remote locks doors and light on dash blinks A: Try disconnecting the battery with the key out of the ignition, if that doesn tork you would have to ... | |
| Tire pressure Warning light | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: How to turn off the light after the tire pressure is corrected? ANSWER: I need to know what year ... A: To reset the light locate the tire pressure reset switch, it should be on the lower part on the dash ... | |
| 1993 2.2 a/c compressor | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: Mine is rattling I was told the clutch in the a/c is bad. Where is the part number on mine ?I would ... A: Most of the time when the clutch goes bad it tends to damage the front of the compressor housing as ... | |
| 2005 4Runner leaking struts | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have 2005 Toyota 4Runner that I purchased new. I felt lots of vibration on the highway less than ... A: It does seem to early for struts to be leaking but if they are then they should be replaced. Struts ... | |
| 88 toyota knock | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I bought a 88 toyota 4x4 with a 22re in it. It was knocking when I bought it and was told it was ... A: I would advise trying to find a used engine at a salvage yard, even though it may be hard to locate ... | |
| 06 rav 4 | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: my airbag light and tire pressure light both come on about the same time tire air pressure is fine ... A: I need to know which tire pressure warning system it has, are the valve stems made out of rubber or ... | |
| 1983 Celica Overheating | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: 1983 Celica GT (no S). 22R-E 4 cyl, 2.4 liter, fuel injection, manual trans. 109k miles if one were ... A: There are just about only two more possible problems ,the radiator and the headgasket, there is a ... | |
| 2007 Toyota 4 Runner 2 WD | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: Indicator light that looks like a tire tread with an exclamation mark inside. What is this for ? ... A: It's the tire pressure warning light, one or more of the tires may be underinflated, check all the ... | |
| 1991 4runner will not crank or start | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I have 1991 4runner. It will not crank or start. Replaced with new battery, new starter and fuses. ... A: You will need a voltmeter to do the following tests: Check the battery voltage across the battery ... | |
| 02 Toyota Echo starts slow | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I have an '02 Echo with 62k miles on it. I noticed a couple of times last week that it took an extra ... A: Although not a common problem it may be that the fuel pump is not holding enough pressure to restart ... | |
| 1995 toyota tacoma 4x4,4cyl | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: pickup has single fuse located near air cleaner,for possibly obd,has direct short,will not run,no ... A: Have you checked the wiring to see if any were burned? There is a white/red wire that comes from the ... | |
| 1995 toyota tacoma 4x4,4cyl | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: pickup has single fuse located near air cleaner,for possibly obd,has direct short,will not run,no ... A: I may be able to help with this, electrical problems are difficult to diagnose without being able to ... | |
| 94 Corolla hub & bearing replacement | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I have the steering knuckle off the car and want to replace the hub and bearing. I even have the ... A: The hub can be removed with a large hammer and a drift pin that just fits inside the splined hub, a ... | |
| 06 scion tc 60k miles , | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: My 06 Scion TC keeps giving me 2 codes, first is p0441 and second is p0445 i checked for leaks< i ... A: Toyota has issued a service bulletin for these codes (S-SB-0030-09)it involves replacing the fuel ... | |
| motor antenna mast 94 camry | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: The mast is stuck up. It actually can slip up and down 6" if I attempt to move it by hand.The motor ... A: Remove the top nut on the antenna base, turn the key on and the radio on and the antenna starts to ... | |
| Spark Plugs Toyota Sienna 2001 | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: Question How difficult is it to replace the Fuel Filter and Spark Plugs on my 2001 Sienna. How ... A: It actually doesn't have a replaceable fuel filter. The rear spark plugs can be replaced without ... | |
| 2007 Camry Strut leakage and oil usage | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a 2007 Camry XLE V4 new and have 32000 miles. I recently purchased new tires and was ... A: Toyota did issue a service bulletin which they should have shown to you, this bulletin addresses the ... | |
| 2001 Toyota Sequoia | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: We are interested in buying a used Sequoia. They get great reviews from Consumer Reports. The ones ... A: 97,000 miles is not a lot for this model and it should go well over 200,000, the engine is virtually ... | |
| transmition blues on a 1996 tacoma truck | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: Mr Expert. I opened the hood of my 1996 tacoma Toyota (112000miles) and noticed the cable to my ... A: When was the last time the transmission fluid was changed? On this model it should be changed every ... | |
| rx 300 vsc/check engine light | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: I was driving on the freeway and my car started "sputtering", the vsc and check engine light came ... A: I would need to know the trouble code numbers in the computer to help, can you have the codes ... | |
| 2001 Toyota Camry Airflow problem | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: Recently my 2001 Camry's airflow control knob that controls the 4 level of airflow for the ... A: The fan speed is controlled by a resistor located in the air ducting under the glove box, it has two ... | |
| overheating | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: all of a sudden my engine started overheating and i check the coolant put some in n when i pulled ... A: Overheating can be caused by many things, from a stuck thermostat to a blown headgasket, there are ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Camry engine codes | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I just changed the O2 sensor on my 2002 4 Cylinder Camry. The following codes now appear - ... A: The 420 code usually indicates a cat converter malfunction, the p1135 is for the air/fuel ratio ... | |
| 2005 Toyota Camry electrical problem - turn signal | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Toyota Camry. It has two problems. I want to mention them both in the event they ... A: The first problem is usually because the a/c evaporator drain is clogged, check to make sure the ... | |
| Camry Fluid Change | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2007 4Cyl. Camry. The owners manual says to change the coolant after 100,000 miles. The ... A: The antifreeze is super long life which toyota recommends to change at 100,000 miles, it also uses ... | |
| fuel problems | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: i put in a new motor a 22re but no fuel so i took down the tank and it was rusted bad so i replaced ... A: If the cold start injector is not working, not spraying fuel, then the rest of the injectors are not ... | |
| engine Toyota Camry LE 2002 | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I own a Camry LE 2002 2.4liter engine - 85.000 miles - the car had all the routine maintenance - oil ... A: I don't know what the current policy is for oil sludge, it has to be dealt with at the dealer ... | |
| 22R oil leak from lower oil pump bolts | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: Vehicle: 1987 Toyota pickup with 22R engine. 180K miles. Timing cover or oil pump cover never ... A: The oil pump has an o-ring type seal between the oil pump body and the timing cover, this is the ... | |
| air bag light stays on 1990 toyota celica | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1990 TOYOTA CELICA. THE AIR BAG LIGHT/INDICATOR SHOULD GO OUT WHEN THE ENGINE IS STARTED OR ... A: The dealer will charge a diagnostic fee up front of about $90. This will retreive the troublke codes ... | |
| toyota corolla 04 | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: my engine light shows several codes: oxygen sensor curcuit slow response , random/multiple cylinder ... A: Check for an intake air leak, especially the hoses at the air filter, check the purge hoses for the ... | |
| air fuel ratio sensor | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I took my 2002 Highlander to the dealership because it was running rough and the check engine light ... A: Yes, absolutely, the 171 and 174 codes are directly caused by the exhaust leak, since you mentioned ... | |
| Possible fuel pump problem | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: Ted, I am working on a friends 2000 Lexus ES300. V6 engine, auto trans. The car has recently started ... A: First lets find out if there is ignition to the coils to fire the spark plugs, remove one of the ... | |
| 96 camry brake lights, but no tail lights | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 96 camry that i bought used, has about 150k on it. I've been having various electrical ... A: There may be a problem in the wiring hrness that runs along the left trunk hinge, some of the wires ... | |
| 1985 22re 4runner shakey idle | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: big fan here. I'll start by saying i'm no slouch with 22re mech/efi. I've performed all efi ... A: The signal generator or rpm pickup coil won't cause a rough idle, if they fail the engine won't run ... | |
| 1998 Camry Intermittent No Start | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Camry with about 140,000 miles on it. Normally, my car starts fine. There are certain, ... A: If the engine hasn't had a tune up in a while it may be time to do it, replace the spark plugs and ... | |
| mice in sienna - potential hiding places | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: My wife and I have a 2008 Sienna, and about a week ago discovered mice in it. We got four out using ... A: Mice will chew on the insulation on the wiring and just about anything made of plastic or rubber and ... | |
| EFI fuse keeps blowing 1993 toyota camry with Ign swith on | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: Where can I find the wire diagram for the inside of a engine control module for a 1993 toyota camry ... A: The EGR valve can't cause this, it's not electrically connected to anything. The short is in the ... | |
| 1994 Camry Wheel Hub | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I was told by Big-o I should change my wheel hub. How do I find out it is bad myself. Also which ... A: It's probably the wheel bearing not the hub but in either case both should be replaced if there is a ... | |
| EFI fuse keeps blowing 1993 toyota camry with Ign swith on | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: Where can I find the wire diagram for the inside of a engine control module for a 1993 toyota camry ... A: Toyota doesn't release this information besides that's not the problem, in most cases the EFI fuse ... | |
| 1991 Celica Will Crank but not start. | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: Hey man just bought this 1991 Celica today, cruised it about 25 miles and it was fine. Then it ... A: The timing belt may have broken so have it checked for that, a quick way is to remove the ... | |
| Middle vents don't blow out any air. | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: "I have a 93 Toyota camry. I brought it used in 2003 with 160K. It is still driving great. Last ... A: The problem is that the control cable that directs air to the different vents either came of or ... | |
| '01 Camry 90k miles scheduled maintenance | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I've got an '01 Camry w/ 91k miles on it. The Toyo 90K scheduled maintenance guide recommends ... A: The water pump can fail anytime after 100,000 miles, there's no way to really predict when, in other ... | |
| 1988 Toyota Pickup Dash Lights | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: How do I replace the dash lights in a 1988 Toyota pickup? It is a 4 cyl. base model, 2-wheel drive, ... A: The instrument cluster can be removed by removing the two phillips screws on the inside of the ... | |
| 4Runner Electric Window Adjustment | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2001 4Runner. The driver side window was replaced and now when you activate the full up ... A: ADJUSTMENT HOW TO RESET POWER WINDOW MOTOR (LIMIT SWITCH) NOTICE: If the jam protection function is ... | |
| 89 toyota truck | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: i'm new to this but im lookin to buy a 89 toyota truck 4cl i have not looked at the truck yet but ... A: Well at least he's honest in telling you that it uses oil, yes that's too much, a quart in 1,000 ... | |
| 02 camry brakes sticking(both at same time) | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I dont know about this but it is very weird. Both my front brakes are stickying together. Car is 02 ... A: It sounds to me like this problem wasn't there until the front pads were replaced, maybe the wrong ... | |
| dodgy 4wd indicator light | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: Howdy,i have a 93 hilux extra cab,22r engine,when i push the 4wd selector switch the 4wd indicator ... A: Possibly, check the electrical connections at both the switch in the dash and at the switch on the ... | |
| toyota 4 runner | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: here is my problem, the speedometer will work for about 3 miles then it stops, then a few miles down ... A: The first thing to do would be to find out why the check engine light is on by getting the trouble ... | |
| 4-Runner choke | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I have an 86 4-Runner and on a cold start, the engine will idle so low that it chokes itself down. ... A: It doesn't really have a choke, the fuel mixture and idle speed are controlled by the computer. Does ... | |
| Glove box damper | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: How do I reinstall the glove box damper on a 2006 Camry? It fell out/came loose when I removed the ... A: Lower the glove box all the way down and pull it off the lower mounting clips, see if the damper is ... | |
| Transmission Noise | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Camry LE with 4 cyl engine and 158K miles. The first letter of the VIN is a J. The ... A: The problem is most likely in the differential, when the transmission fluid is changed the ... | |
| Car died | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: Ritter. Yesterday while driving my '05 Corolla on the highway, it died. Coasted off highway to a ... A: There is a known problem with the corolla control units(ECM)which causes atalling, no start ... | |
| Gear shifter loose | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 93 Toyota pickup and the gear shifter has become real sloppy. I can't get it in 5th gear or ... A: The shifter bushings are worn, remove the shift console, peel the carpet back to get to the phillips ... | |
| blowing signal light fuse | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: Ritter! I have a lovely 1989 Toyota truck extended cab (no extra doors) 5 speed manual. The 10A ... A: No, they have nothing to do with the turn signal fuse, fuses blow because there is excessive current ... | |
| 2001 camry | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: My son has error code PL35 - air fuel heater sensor. he can't pass sticker inspection. he has no job ... A: The air/fuel ratio sensor is located in on the exhaust manifold, on the 4 cylinder engine it's ... | |
| turn signal turmoil | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 98 Tacoma TRD with the 5VE-FE and a few days ago I changed the oil and rotated the tires. ... A: Make sure to check all the bulbs in the rear, check the sockets for any corrosion or burned spots ... | |
| 2004 Highlander A/C Drain Problem | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: Where is the drain to the dashboard evaporator drain? I get water on the floor on both the passenger ... A: There is only one a/c evaporator drain tube on the passenger side, it can be located by pulling the ... | |
| Camry clutch | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: 2002 Camry SE 135,000, 5-spd man. yesterday noticed clutch slippage in 5th gear climbing hill. ... A: The repair can be done at any competent repair shop, it will cost less than at the dealer but keep ... | |
| camry dies | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: i have a '94 toyota camry, roughly 245k miles, automatic, is dying on me. ive changed spark plugs, ... A: I don't think the problem is the transmission, the camrys have a known problem with the idle air ... | |
| 1998 Toyota Sienna | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: When driving my Toyota Sienna, if I steer ever so slightly or full turn left and accelerate - my ... A: One of the door switches that turn the dome lights on/off is either malfunctioning or the door needs ... | |
| Fusible link Block 2000 Toyota Camry | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: Receb-ntly while jumping my car the 2 jumper cables touched and blew my 100 Amp Alt fuse . I could ... A: Disconnect the battery. In some cases I have been able to pull the smaller block that has the 100A ... | |
| 22r engine problems | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1987 2wd shorty pickup with a standard carb'd motor, it has 230k miles on it and has ran ... A: The compression of the #3 cylinder is probably low due to worn rings, so yes, I would say it's ... | |
| idle control valve | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: any idea what's the life span of this part ? I have a 1999 toyota avalon XL, having to replace this ... A: The cause for the valve to stick is carbon and gum deposits in the throttle body and the valve, this ... | |
| Check engine light code p0505 | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Rav4 4x4 auto Vin#JT3HP10V2X7124339 **Over 200K*** I had the motor swapped because I ... A: The computer is usually the last thing to suspect.The p0505 code is an idle air control malfunction, ... | |
| 2001 toyota sienna van replace ac belt | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: Does a 2001 toyota sienna have a tensioner to replace the drive belt ( AC and Altenator ) and if not ... A: It doesn't have a tensioner for either one, The a/c and alternator belt tension is adjusted by ... | |
| ac | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: 85 toyota camry 330000 miles. the ac button just started flashing today. up until today the light ... A: The speed sensor was used to send a speed signal of the compressor to the computer, it was basically ... | |
| 98 toyota won't start | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: battery terminal loose, and had corrision. fixed that, but car will not start even when jumped. ... A: Check the positive cable between the battery and the starter, make sure it's tight at the starter ... | |
| ac | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: 85 toyota camry 330000 miles. the ac button just started flashing today. up until today the light ... A: It may be low on freon, it should be checked using pressure gauges to see if freon needs to be ... | |
| Repair costs | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: My wife and I own a 2001 4Runner with 92,000 miles. We drive about 12,000 miles a year with it. We'd ... A: It will easily make to that mileage if properly maintained, if it's a V-6 the major expenses would ... | |
| 1994 Toyota pickup | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Toyota pickup truck 4x4 5 speed v6 3.0 with 165000 on it. I want trailing one day ... A: You've answered your own question, the engine took in water into the cylinders and since liquid ... | |
| Toyota ignition switch | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: My 1992 4 runner switch is locked up . I have a new one , but I can not get the switch to turn to ... A: Try having a new key made at the dealer using the vin#, if that doesn't help sometimes wiggeling the ... | |
| toyota sienna 1999 | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: The Van has 102000Km 1999 Toyota sienna. A noise has started. the local garage seems to think it is ... A: It sounds to me that the noise is in the differential, it's not that difficult to tell which one it ... | |
| clutch pedle | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1989 toyota supra turbo 3.0 l. my clutch peddle sticks when you push it down and i can ... A: You have a hydraulic fluid leak in the clutch system, check the fluid reservoir under the hood it's ... | |
| mil light does not light when key turned on | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Mil light does not light when key turned on and engine will not start,cranks but no spark... ... A: Check all the fuses under the hood in the fuse box as well as the fuses inside at the lower left of ... | |
| surges | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2005 collolla S. Brought it to two dealer ship because it surges when it is cold and the ... A: If the If the O2 sensors fail it will trigger a check engine light, the sensors can be ... | |
| 04 Toyota Rav 4 | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I have heard of the problems the 2002 Toyota Rav4 has with the main computer and the transmission ... A: I have not heard of these problems, the only thing that I'm aware of is that there may be a special ... | |
| 1999 Chevy Prizm Electrical Problem | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Chevy Prizm (which is really a Toyota Corolla), which is having significant electrical ... A: Yes I have seen this problem a few times, the dealer is correct, the problem is in the wiring but it ... | |
| 1995 toyota | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I'm thinking about buying a 1995 Toyota 4 runner (6 cyl.) with 97000 miles.I don't think the timing ... A: The timing belt was due at 60,000 miles so it may have already been replaced but it needs to be ... | |
| electrical | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have no power to anything, the battery is fully charged and i checked for loose grounds i am lost ... A: Without knowing what year and model it is I can't be too specific so try to give me that information ... | |
| Front rattle | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Camry LE 4 cyl. with only 22,220 (not a typo)miles. About a year after it was bought ... A: The cause of the rattle noise is the front strut upper mounts, they need to be replaced, maybe the ... | |
| 1987 pickup 22R engine | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: It appears that the exhaust manifold is leaking due to a missing stud/bolt. There is an empty bolt ... A: Yes there should be a stud with a nut there, these engines had a habit of pulling these studs out, ... | |
| Toyota Camry | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: We just purchased a Toyota Camry (1998) with 118,000 miles. I it seems to run really well, but we ... A: The check engine light is on because there is a problem with an input signal to the onboard ... | |
| left driveshaf movement | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: on the left hand driveshaft on a 91 camry 4 cyl auto trans,should the tripod housing move up and ... A: It sounds more like the inner CV joint is worn if the axle shaft movement is inside the CV joint ... | |
| '91 camry camshaft alignment | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: am replacing the head gasket on a 1991 camry 2.0 litre, 3S FE engine. When removing the camshafts i ... A: Both camshaft gear dowel pins should point up, the alignment marks are on the back of the gears, ... | |
| Gas smell from Toyota Rav4 2001 | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: Recently I have noticed a strong gas odor inside of my 2001 Toyota Rav4 when it is in park or ... A: It could be may things, the most common would be a missing gas cap but you probably checked that ... | |
| steering problem? | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: Re: 1998 Toyota Corolla LE My mother had an accident 4/09 and maintains that the car malfunctioned. ... A: No, I never heard of such a thing unless a tire blew out or the driver lost control by some other ... | |
| Toyota Front Engine Seals | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I'm having the timing belt replaced per Toyota recommendation on my '02 Tundra and got a quote ... A: Unless the seals are leaking leave them alone, the idler and tensioner bearings last much longer ... | |
| dripping clear fluid | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: struck the bottom of my 2008 Camry today. Actually brought up solid on a big bump in a side ... A: Doesn't sound like anything serious happened, clear fluid/ water is most likely from the air ... | |
| 93 camry 55 code | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: 93 camry v-6. I get a 55 code. I replaced the Knock sensor wire under the intake. I bought a ... A: The 55 trouble code is for knock sensor malfunction on the right bank of the engine which would be ... | |
| 93 Camry Antenna Replacement | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: My 93 Camry has a power antenna. I am tired of replacing the mast every couple of years because the ... A: You can get the manual antenna from the toyota dealer for an exact replacement since they did use ... | |
| Toyota Heads 6 cylinder | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: as you can tell I'm a big toyota fan have own about 6 of them in my life,and redone 2 heads 1 22r ... A: The coolant has to come in somwhere, it's entering the combustion chamber or through a crack in the ... | |
| Cruise Control | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1991 Toyota Landcruiser that I purchased about a year ago. The cruise control has never ... A: When the actuator or any of the other components fail it will set a trouble code in the system, in ... | |
| Emissions Failed - Check engine light off | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 93 Corolla LE (1.8L). My car failed the emission test. HC read 434 and CO% was 1.96%. ... A: this happens either because there may be an intake air leak or an engine misfire,first check for a ... | |
| Toyota Sequoia antenna problems | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: Our antenna will not retract all the way down, and upon turning the car on, you hear a clicking ... A: The antenna mast itself can be replaced, it's available at the toyota dealer, remove the chrome nut ... | |
| 93 toyota pickup | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 93 toyota pickup 4cyl 5spd. It will not crank at all when its cool outside (90F or less), ... A: Try spraying starting fluid into the intake system directly through a vacuum hose, does it try to ... | |
| EC 0401 97 camary 2.2 | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I am getting EC p0401 EGR valve is functioning put a vacuum gauge on the vacuum line going to EGR ... A: The most common cause for this code on this model camry is that the EGR modulator valve is leaking, ... | |
| Cruise Control | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1991 Toyota Landcruiser that I purchased about a year ago. The cruise control has never ... A: Locate the diagnostic check connector under the hood and with the key on place a jumper wire between ... | |
| Idle issue. | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1990 Toyota two- wheel drive extended cab pick-up with a 22-R-E and 5spd. It has a high, ... A: Most idle problems are caused by a leak on the intake side of the EFI system, make sure there are no ... | |
| Parking Brake Cables | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1990 4Runner that I am basically restoring (it has almost 300,000 miles so I think it is ... A: Since that year 4 Runner used both the V-6 and the 4 cylinder engines there should be very little ... | |
| 1999 Toyota Avalon | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: The Traction Control Off warning light has come on in my Avalon. I have tried pushing the dash ... A: Your'e welcome, check for any disconnected hoses at the air filter and also at the rear at the ... | |
| seized ignition lock cylinder 1995 toyota corolla dx | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: How do I free the ignition lock cylinder on 1995 toyota corolla dx, tilt steering...cylinder is in ... A: You have to be able to put the key in the ACC position to release the lock pin that holds the ... | |
| 1988 toyota pu 4x4 fuel prob. | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: turning the key on does not pressure up fuel pump no power to pump. can run hot wire to pump and ... A: There may be a problem with the airflow meter, there are contacts in the meter that turn the fuel ... | |
| 86 toyota pick up AC | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: My AC is not blowing cool air. How/where do I change or add Freon? A: This truck uses R-12 freon which is not available anymore, the solution is to convert the system ... | |
| 1999 Toyota Avalon | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: The Traction Control Off warning light has come on in my Avalon. I have tried pushing the dash ... A: Toyota had issued a technical service bulletin, TSB-EG004-99, it applies to this VIN# range ... | |
| 89 4Runner Washer Pump | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to replace the pump but they don't make the part anymore. I bought an after market one ... A: The solid blue wire comes directly from the fuse so it would be considered the positive, the other ... | |
| am2 fuse | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: what is wrong when starting a toyota camry 93 model the am2 fuse keeps blowing. A: When turning the ignition switch to start current flows from the AM2 fuse through the switch to the ... | |
| Fuel system | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1990 Toyota 4x4 Pick-up that I recently had to replace the timing chain cover due to water ... A: Locate the diagnostic check connector under the hood and with the key on put a jumper wire between ... | |
| top end knock Celica GT 96 | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a top end knock that initially came in at 3000 rpm and seemed to go at about 3500. When the ... A: You may want to consider checking the valve adjustment, these are adjustable using different ... | |
| carb / choke issue | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: .the issue is when cold it runs very rough and smokes black until it is driven awhile then smooths ... A: I would recommend replacing the carburetor to solve this problem, most parts are not available for ... | |
| rear seat | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: how do you remove the rear seat of a 2007 camry hybrid. have dropped a bracelet thru the seat belt ... A: The seat cushion just pops out, it is held in with two spring clips one on each side about six ... | |
| 1993 Toyota 4Runner VR engine | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: The engine misses during acceleration, especially when cold. The last time we went up to a high ... A: A common cause for engine misfires on this model is that the spark plug wires short out against the ... | |
| rod bearings | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I had just recently bought a 91 Tercel. Car had sat for awhile and engine had been reworked, ... A: The scoring of the bearings may be caused by scored rod bearing journals on the crankshaft, remove ... | |
| Air Fuel Ratio Sensor | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 toyota avalon which has recently had issues with the check engine light coming on. We ... A: Air/fuel ratio sensors are located one in each exhaust manifold, the O2 sensor is located behind the ... | |
| Repairs for 2004 Toyota Sienna | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: What are the typlical repairs/replacements that we can anticipate between 50,000 and 100,000 miles ... A: The timing belt should be replaced at 90,000 miles and probably the water pump at the same time, ... | |
| 98 4Runner attena | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: the motor turns on and off, but the antena does not retract. I also cannot manually push antena ... A: In most cases the antenna mast can be replaced, first get the new mast from the toyota dealer. ... | |
| 2000 Sienna AC | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: Ted, Here is a past answer you have provided. Can you pass on the details of the o-ring seal ... A: The a/c lines are easily identified, look underneath on the right side, they come down from the top ... | |
| 2007 toyota sienna LE 8 pass. 2 WD | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: My tires spun out a little after pulling away from a stop sign in the rain. The pavement was wet. ... A: Depending on what model Sienna it is it may or may not have a spare tire(run flat tires do not have ... | |
| CORROLA COMPUTER BOX- 160 GLE-1998 | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: WHAT CAUSES A COMPUTER BOX AND CONTROL UNIT TO HAVE A SHORT CIRCUIT / BURN? AFTER BUYING THESE TWO ... A: A short circuit in the computer is normally caused by another component connected to the computer or ... | |
| blow out of the stop fuse | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: It is a Toyota Corolla CE(automatic transmission) 1997 model.The mileage is 126645. Whenever you ... A: Check the bulb sockets in the rear, remove each bulb and check the sockets for burned marks or worn ... | |
| engine swap 1989 toyota pickup v6 | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I'm taking an engine out of a 1989 V6 toyota 4 x 4 pickup and putting it into another of the same ... A: The intake manifold doesn't have to be removed just the upper plenum chamber, the only wire that ... | |
| 93 Camry V6 (3VZ-FE) overheating question | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: Ted, I have a 1993 Camry with the 3VZ-FE 3.0L V6 engine. It blew its head gasket about two years ... A: The engine can be checked for a possible internal combustion leak by doing a chemical block test, ... | |
| 2003 Toyota Solara - Air Compressor Noise | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: 03 Solara V6 122,000 Auto :: A couple of months ago I begin hearing a "whining" noise when I would ... A: The A/C compressor is the cause of the noise I would recommend replacing it and the clutch as well ... | |
| 2004 Toyota Sienna A/C cold, then warm, then.. | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Sienna LE with approx. 82k miles. When I first turn on the AC it will be cold and run ... A: Toyota has issued a service bulletin that advises to replace the a/c magnetic clutch relay, it's ... | |
| brake light | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Toyota Camry. Brake light no longer works, but the turn signal does. How to you go ... A: First check all the bulbs, it's possible that they are all bad. They can be accessed in the trunk ... | |
| Timing Belt Checks | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Camry 4 cyl AC with 156K miles. The Toyota garage put on a new belt in 2000 when the ... A: In most cases the pulley can be puuled off by hand,if not a couple of prybars will do the job,in ... | |
| 89 toyota pickup 4x4 22re 175,000 manual tr. | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: how to lower the idle on fuel injection engine it is idleing at 2000 rpms and when you push the ... A: There is an idle adjustment screw on the throttle body but there seems to be another problem, ... | |
| A/C Not cycling | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I have replaced the compressor with clutch, drier, expansion vave, all the fuses,and relays on my 95 ... A: The a/c clutch get voltage from the 15A A/C fuse through the clutch relay, the amplifier grounds the ... | |
| sun roof | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: it reopens again. i also found these 2 little black pieces in the crevices on the side of the track. ... A: Remove those pieces, I have no idea what they may be, try to reinitialize the sunroof by doing the ... | |
| Vibrating Camry when stopped and in gear | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Toyota Camry 2008, Auto, 4 cylinder 22,000 miles. When this vehicle is stopped and in gear, it ... A: It sounds to me that there is some metal to metal contact between the powertrain components and the ... | |
| Temperature Gauge | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Ted: I have a 1998 Camry XLE, V-6 with 106,000 miles on it. Timing belt and water pump were ... A: Check to see if the temperature sender is connected, it's located near where the upper radiator hose ... | |
| Timing Belt Pulleys | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I am trouble-shooting a drive-ability problem by with my car. To see if the EGR valve is the ... A: If an air wrench is used the pulley doesn't need to be held. the tool has enough power to remove the ... | |
| maintenance schedule for Toyota RAV4 | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Rav4 that is due for the 75000-mile service. I call a couple of dealers who ... A: Some of the dealers seem to go a little overboard with their own "dealer recommendations" they want ... | |
| steering wheel and high beam | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I suspect the combo switch. I have removed the covers and loosed the switch. It is very dirty, ... A: The air bag is connected with two torx screws one on each side under a small plastic cover on the ... | |
| Toyota pickup idle problem | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 92 Toyota pickup 4 cyl, manual, 22r engine. The idle goes up and down only when brake pedal ... A: If the vacuum hose from the manifold to the brake booster is not leaking then it's very possible ... | |
| 94 Camry Passenger Power Window | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 94 Camry with 240K miles. I bought used and the front passenger side power window has ... A: The plastic covering needs to be removed, try to put it back if possible, it's actually called a ... | |
| 2001 Toyota Sienna - acceleration | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Toyota Sienna with 128K miles. I noticed a slight shifting problem over the past few ... A: You'll need to have a diagnostic scantool connected to see what the trouble codes are, without ... | |
| 95 tacoma won't start when warm | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: could I get those instructions you gave a previous frustrated toyota owner, who had problems ... A: The relay fix is only to correct a starter not engaging on the V-6 engine, since the starter is ... | |
| '98 Camry CEL | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: a friend of mine has a 1998 Camry, 4 cyl 2.2L, and the check engine light has given me a P0401 code ... A: The 4 cylinder engine doesn't have a position sensor, the most common cause for this code is the egr ... | |
| VSC light on 2005 Highlander | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: Our VSC light came on last night on our 2005 Highlander. I did a reset and is off currently. What ... A: It should be diagnosed using a diagnostic scantool preferabbly at the toyota dealer, there may be ... | |
| High idle adjustment | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I have just replaced the engine in a 1996 Toyota T100. It is a 3.4 engine. I replaced it with a 1997 ... A: I don't think the computer part numbers are the same for the 4- Runner and the T-100 and that's ... | |
| 94 Camry Passenger Power Window | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 94 Camry with 240K miles. I bought used and the front passenger side power window has ... A: The window motor should be checked first, with the door panel removed locate the power window ... | |
| 1990 toyota camry 5 speed | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: It acts like it wants to start but it won't start. Is it something to do with fuel or distributor ... A: Check the timing belt to see if it slipped or broke, remove the distributor cap and see if the rotor ... | |
| blower problem. | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: i have toyota camry 1995 le,when i turn on the blower front grills obove on the tape air is not ... A: Check under the dash on each side of the heater housing, check to see if the control cables move ... | |
| ac light blinking | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1987 Camry wagon. A few days ago the a/c light started blinking and stopped blowing cold ... A: There used to be a common problem with the a/c compressor revolution sensor, if the system has ... | |
| water pump | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: How Do I change the water ppump on a 1997 Toyota Tercel with the 1.5L and automatic trans? A: The water pump is located inside the timing cover and is driven by the timing belt which probably ... | |
| A/C | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: have a 1994 forerunner v6 3.0 engine. Was driving today with A/C on and it turned off and just hot ... A: I just checked the parts location diagram again and it shows the a/c fuse to be located on a relay ... | |
| 2009 Corolla | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I ran over something in the street.I thought that I would be able to run over it but that didn't ... A: Have the dealer inspect it and then go from there to see if your insurance covers the damage, your ... | |
| moon roof | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Camry XLE, the sun roof will tilt up but will not slide open/back, I removed the ... A: I need to know whether the car is US made or Japan. Check the first two letters of the VIN#, it ... | |
| low power 2.4L 2rz motor on LPG | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 91' toyota hiace 2rz on LPG, it has lost heaps of power over the last 20,ooo ks, ... A: Those two valves are the problem, there should be valve clearance of about 0.08" for the intake and ... | |
| Brake light issues/won't shift out of park | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: We have a 98 4runner. Over the weekend noticed the brake lights wouldn't go out. When we ... A: There is a wiring problem still,check to make sure the problem is not the tail light assemblies, ... | |
| drivability problems. | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: I own a 91 4 runner that has a speedometer that goes crazy on occasions and lately when it does,the ... A: Possibly the speed sensor, it's relatively easy to replace, it's on the transmission tailshaft ... | |
| 1991 corolla 4x4 | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1991 corolla wagon (4x4) that has developed a severe idle problem. When the engine is ... A: Does the check engine light ever come on? Is it on at this time? If the check engine light does not ... | |
| 2005 Sequoia AC problems | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: I've got a 2005 Sequoia Limited 4wd w/50K miles; Lately, it's been extremely hot outside, and the AC ... A: I did confirm that there are no sevice bulletins on this year model but those vent temperature ... | |
| brake fuse keeps blowing | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: i own a 1988 fj62 landcruiser and everything on the back lights works fine exept that the brakes ... A: Check for a short citcuit to ground, remove the rear light assemblies and check the wiring, check ... | |
| transmission question | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: 99 solara 3.0 auto. 110,000 mi. will not shift from drive 2 to drive 3 when cold. i changed the ... A: The transmission clutches may be worn or a drum seal is leaking causing loss of line pressure, the ... | |
| MODULE | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1987 TOYOTA PICKUP WITH THE 22R MOTOR,GOING TO WORK YESTERDAY & IT JUST DIES IT IS GETING ... A: There are two coomon problems if there is no spark, the most common is the distributor, there are no ... | |
| moon roof | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Camry XLE, the sun roof will tilt up but will not slide open/back, I removed the ... A: The sliding roof cables are available only at the toyota dealer unless you can locate a complete ... | |
| 04 Toyota 4 runner A/C not cooling | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: . I have a 04 Toyota 4 Runner SR5 6 cyl. 4 WD with about 40,000 miles ...The A/C has always ... A: The heater core has hor coolant going through it all the time, this is normal, the cold air/hot air ... | |
| A/C | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: Ac compressor will not come on.Straight wire it,it will come on.1996 toyota rav 4.If a fuse or relay ... A: This is normally because the system is low on freon, a quick fix may be to get a recharge kit at one ... | |
| oil in sparkplug | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: for a '89' toyota camry w\190k miles: when attempting to change sparkplugs i encountered oil in the ... A: The problem is a leaking spark plug tube, the valve cover should be removed, the tubes are threaded ... | |
| 2000 Corolla hesitation | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: My friend's 2000 Corolla hesitates bad from a cold start and to a lesser extent after warmed up ... A: You did the right thing, the p0171 code by itself is normally due to a dirty MAF sensor and if it ... | |
| 2001 Tacoma Prerunner 2WD transmission oil changes | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: What is the correct interval for changing out the fluid under light duty usage? Also, does the ... A: It's a good idea to change the fluid every 30,000 miles, toyota doesn't use a transmission filter, ... | |
| 2000 Corolla hesitation | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: My friend's 2000 Corolla hesitates bad from a cold start and to a lesser extent after warmed up ... A: The p0300 is a random cylinder misfire detected, the p0171 is a lean fuel trim condition which is ... | |
| air-condition compressor | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: My query is regarding the air-condition compressor in my car, which will not engage unless I put the ... A: The blower motor uses a resistor to provide the different speeds, since it only works on high speed ... | |
| 1999 Camry LE 2.2L 4CYL | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I have 99 camry with a 2.2L in it. I recently broke the trimming belt on it and installed another ... A: This engine can't bent valves even if the timing belt breaks, recheck the timing again, I think the ... | |
| 100k maintenance | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I just have a general question about what maintenance you would suggest at 100k miles for a 2000 ... A: the p0420 is a catalityc converter malfunction code, it may be starting to go out and may need to be ... | |
| 1991 Camry Alternator Fuse problem | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: My mother-in-laws 1991 Camry wouldn't start one day so I was called into the rescue. I check the ... A: Disconnect the positive cable from the starter, be sure it does not touch any metal parts, ... | |
| Spark Plug Replacement | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 02 4-runner with 265k miles on it. Runs great but still has original plugs. I've changed ... A: It's not difficult at all, I assume it's a V-6, remove the intake rubber tubing from the air cleaner ... | |
| 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: Had to jump it this morning to get it to start, ran fine for an hour. Turned it off and tried a ... A: It sounds like the alternator is not charging the battery, start it again with the jumper cables and ... | |
| 1997 Camry headlights turning on by themselves | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm having trouble with the headlights on my 1997 Camry turning on by themselves, often in the ... A: The on/off function is controlled by an integration relay and there is a good chance tht it is the ... | |
| 03 toyota matrix | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: check engine light is on because these code P0446, P0420 and both says Auxiliary Emission control ... A: Toyota had issued a service bulletin for the p0420 code, it involves reprogramming the computer and ... | |
| no reverse lights | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Toyota Camry 4-cylinder, manual transmission and both reverse lights not working. All ... A: Have both bulbs been replaced, if not that would be the first step, if they have been replaced then ... | |
| Rear window Problems | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: On my 2005 Hight lander I keep having problems with both rear windows, after about a year they will ... A: The problem with the highlander rear windows coming off track is that the metal track on the bottom ... | |
| Toyota Previa running rough | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 94 previa non-supercharged with 214000 miles on it. When I start it up it runs real rough ... A: These are oxygen sensor malfunction codes, they are probably set by the rough running or engine ... | |
| 4x4 transmission troubles | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: Over the weekend I had to use the 4 wheel drive on my 1989 Toyota SR5 pickup. Now I can not get it ... A: Yes, that's correct, my mistake, the shifting mechanism is inside the transmission and the transfer ... | |
| '85 tercel | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I have an '85 tercel that is new to me. It tries to and has stalled on me after driving it for ... A: There were a couple of chronic problems related to this issue, the carburetor itself which was a ... | |
| How to remove drivers side door panel 2002 Camry LE | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I'm having a problem with the driver's side window not positioning correctly at full up. From what ... A: There are some screws under the cover on the inside door handle and under plastic covers in the ... | |
| EGR - Vac Plugged | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I am trouble-shooting a drive-ability problem by with my car. To see if the EGR valve is the ... A: The big nut should come off ok but I would recommend spraying it with some type of rust penetrant ... | |
| 2000 toy. corolla se--smell burning | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 toyota corolla se with about 100K miles. I am hearing a slight whining , buzzing ... A: It sounds like there is a power steering fluid leak, check the reservoir under the hood to see if ... | |
| Headlights | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I own a Toyota rav4 manual transmission 4 door. I have been having problems with the headlights. ... A: You could try replacing the headlight relay and see if it helps, diagnosisng electrical problems can ... | |
| 87 Camry Smog Failure | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: 1987 Toyota Camry, 246K miles, 4-cylinder. My car failed CA smog check in this area: HC (PPM) 15 ... A: could be a slight misfire condition which could be caused by worn ignition parts such as spark ... | |
| ABS brakes | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia with 41,000 miles (no more warranty.) For the last few months the red ... A: Although that information is helpful knowing the code numbers would be better, from what you have ... | |
| no injector trigger | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: i have a 86 corolla sr5 and swapped it to a gts i have all the harness,cluster,engine,and so on ex ... A: I'm assuming that you also swapped the ECM, check the ground connections for the ECM, check all the ... | |
| ABS brakes | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia with 41,000 miles (no more warranty.) For the last few months the red ... A: To answer your first question, it's possible that air in the system will cause a chattering type ... | |
| toyota crolla | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I have one car of Toyota corolla VE 2000 with 16700 km. There is two problems with the car: First, ... A: The O2 sensor has very little to do with starting the engine, there is another problem and I would ... | |
| 2001 Avalon OBD 2 question | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: 2001 Avalon displaying P1155 code which translates to Air/Fuel sensor Bank 1 Sensor 2. What's the ... A: This code is for the A/F sensor Bank 2 sensor 1 heater circuit, this is a very common failure, the ... | |
| 2006 tacoma v6 cam position sensor | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2006 toyota tacoma v6 double cab 4x4. i have to change the cam position sensor.the check ... A: Actually what I meant was the timing cover at the front of the engine, the black plsatic cover has ... | |
| 1994 Celica | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: What kind of freon does a 94' Celica need? A: In 1994 most cars started using the R-134 refrigerant but it couls also be using the older R-12, ... | |
| overheating 2001 tocoma 3400 v6 | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: i have replaced fan clutch, thermostat, the radiator is clean it still overheats within about 5 ... A: 50 degrees between the top and bottom hose seems normal, it means the radiator is doing it's job, in ... | |
| toyota avalon 97 | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: can u tell me what the problem the check angine light mean i just notice it came on A: There are many reasons for the check engine light to turn on, when this happens the onboard ... | |
| 99 toyota camry | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: i want to put rod bearings in my mothers camry. i can see rod 1 and rod 4 but the other rods are ... A: Yes this is a counterbalancer. Remove only the outer 10mm bolts, not the smaller 8mm bolts, there ... | |
| 2002 Toyota Camry 4 cyl P0420 error | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Camry and recently had the catalytic converter replaced. Since this time I have ... A: This model camry actually has two catalityc converters, the one attached directly to the exhaust ... | |
| 94 manual trans | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: my problem is with my 94 pickup. 3.0, 5 speed, 4 wheel drive, 188k. Clutch will not release and ... A: Be sure to check the master cylinder for leakage on the inside where it's mounted to the firewall, ... | |
| replacing fuel injector 98 toyota avalon | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: Diagnostics say I have a bad fuel injector according to independent repair shop. I asked for ... A: I would advise getting another opinion, preferably the toyota dealer before going and replacing ... | |
| 1997 Corolla won't start | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: Car was running perfectly fine. Next morning it drove and then quit. Started again and got home. ... A: Check the secondary ignition system, remove the distributor cap and the rotor, check both for cracks ... | |
| 4runner 2009 alignment | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: Bought 2 month ago 4Runner (new) and 3 weeks later was hit. Accident was right into the rear axle ... A: Most alignment shops should have frame checking fixtures, these check the squareness of the frame ... | |
| 2005 toyota highlander window problems | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: The rear windows keep coming off the track whenever they are used. I have removed the door panels ... A: Your'e correct, the shifting of the track on the glass is the reason for this problem, the solution ... | |
| 90 celica 4 cyl gt(locked in 4th gear?) | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I was driving and i pulled over in 4th gear someone was getting out so i just kept the clutch in. i ... A: The shifter uses control cables that run from the shifter to the transmission under the hood, check ... | |
| Timing 1990 Corolla 4afe | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I recently changed the head gasket and carefully followed directions concerning installing the ... A: The two marks on the outside of the gears are installation marks and are not TDC, the larger dots on ... | |
| 1991 Toyota MR2 | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm having a problem with either my battery, my alternator, or maybe a fuse. I have a 1991 Toyota ... A: That fuse supplies power to the alternator, the large white wire on the single post on the ... | |
| 1991 Celica GT Oil Leak | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I bought a 1991 Celica GT 2.2L Automatic 156K in August last year. It started leaking oil 3 days ... A: There are two obvious oil leaks, one at the rear main seal and one at the timing cover, both are an ... | |
| 2000 Celica burning oil | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: My daughter recently acquired 2000 Toyota Celica. We have noticed that it is burning oil. It ... A: Oil smoke on acceleration and high oil consumption are typically caused by collapsed oil control ... | |
| 1991 Toyota MR2 | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I'm having a problem with either my battery, my alternator, or maybe a fuse. I have a 1991 Toyota ... A: Do you mean the 120a alternator fuse or the 7.5 a fuse, there are two alternator fuses, to me it ... | |
| Lexus GX470 | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know your thoughts on after market Computer Chips for more HP and better MPG and if ... A: I would not recommend this, first of all the term "more horsepower and better mileage" is a myth, ... | |
| 1991 Toyota MR2 | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I'm having a problem with either my battery, my alternator, or maybe a fuse. I have a 1991 Toyota ... A: Tha tfuse not only supplies power to the altwernator but just about every other electrical system on ... | |
| Toyota Sequoia | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia with 40,800 miles. No longer has a warrantly. For the last few ... A: First I think you should have the brakes checked to make sure they are safe before going on the ... | |
| 1997 Toyota 4 Runner LTD. 6 cyl, 2 WD | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: When I start my 97 Toyota 4Runner LTD (2 WD,6 cylinder),140K miles, initially it hesitates to move ... A: Check the transmision fluid level first, check it at idle with the engine at operating temperature, ... | |
| 2000 TOYOTA COROLLA | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A RANDOM MISFIRE ON ALL 4 CYLINDERS REPLACED PLUGS & COILS STILL SAME PROBLEM. ANSWER: Do ... A: The misfire is located on cylinders number two and three, there are a couple of possibilities, those ... | |
| EGR Cleaning | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I have isolated the EGR valve by disconnecting the vacuum so that I know the valve is not closing ... A: The egr valve should not get vacuum from the hose at idle, only at cruising speeds, somehow there is ... | |
| 2001 Toyota electrical | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I own a 2001 Toyota Senna, about 6 months ago the dome lights stopped working, a few weeks after ... A: The power door remote won't work as long as the door ajar light is on, even though all the doors are ... | |
| Toyota Camry 96 power steering hard to turn | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a Toyota Camry 96 LE 4 cylinder, 115k miles, good condition. After I replaced the timing ... A: It still sounds like the power steering pump belt is either not tight enough or it's worn or there ... | |
| EGR Cleaning | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have isolated the EGR valve by disconnecting the vacuum so that I know the valve is not closing ... A: I'm not so sure that the egr valve is the problem since they almost never fail, before going on I ... | |
| Radiator Cracking | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a radiator problem with my 1995 Toyota Camry LE 4 cyl car. The brass radiator has two fans ... A: Not sure if silver solder will work, have no experience with that, most of the time radiators are ... | |
| 1995 toyota rear struts | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have gotten the rear struts out but I can't get the new ones back in. What is the trick of ... A: What we do is remove the entire strut with the springs, then compress the spring and remove the ... | |
| Steering wheel locking and shuddering | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I've been having some problems with my steering wheel when trying to turn at a slow speed, often ... A: Thw most likely cause is that the power steering unit is malfunctioning and may need to be replaced, ... | |
| 94 camry map? | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: my 1994, 232,000 mile 4cyl camry seems to run fine during the winter. When warmer weather sets in, ... A: The 4 cylinder engine has a MAP (manifold absolute pressure) mounted on the firewall, check the ... | |
| REmove the 100AMP fuse in a 99 Toyoyta Camry | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: I have been searching for the answer and it appears the question has been asked a lot. I found the ... A: The fuse block will have to be removed, make sure the battery is disconnected, remove as many ... | |
| 1994 toyota 4 runner | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: how do you check the codes? A: Check engine light codes can be retteived this way: Under the hood locate the diagnostic check ... | |
| sunroof | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: My 2004 Toyota Camry sunroof back end lies 1/4" below the roof. This creates quite a bit of wind ... A: Push and hold down the “TILT UP” side of the switch until the moon roof tilts all the way up and ... | |
| 2003 celica gt-s auto 130,000miles | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: my problem is when i started my car today my accelerator would only partially work.when i press it ... A: There is an engine misfire or a malfunction with the electronic throttle control, the system has ... | |
| 2005 scion tc maintenance | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: My 05 scion tc is idle flaring during start up. How do I correct this problem? I appreciate your ... A: The most common cause is excessive carbon in the throttle body, it doesn't use an idle air control ... | |
| Brake Problem | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: My 1993 Corolla 4AFE engine, is losing it's brake fluid on the fluid reservoir fast. If I put brake ... A: Yes there is definetely a leak in the hydraulic system, the rear wheel cylinders are the most common ... | |
| 2000 Toyota Camry Engine Cranks But Will Not Start | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I own a 2000 Toyota Camry and I have been driving it for more than a month after the "Check Engine ... A: That code is related to the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system which is emission control related ... | |
| CE Sensor | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Toyota camry where the CE light has come on. Is this a real problem and is it ... A: The check engine light turns on when the onboard computer sees a problem with one of the ... | |
| toyota highlander VSC | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I am wondering what it means when your VSC light goes on as well as your MIL light? What kind of a ... A: In most cases the check engine light is the root cause for both lights to turn on, when the MIL ... | |
| 2000 Toyota Camry Engine Cranks But Will Not Start | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I own a 2000 Toyota Camry and I have been driving it for more than a month after the "Check Engine ... A: The first thing to do is to find out why the check engine light came on, a scanner or code reader ... | |
| transmission service | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I own 2 toyota highlanders and 1 toyota Rav4. Each vehicle has between 40,000 and 85,000 miles. I ... A: They all use toyota's type T-IV fluid which should be replaced every 30,000 miles, this is a drain ... | |
| My 89 toyota truck | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: Can I put the v6 motor and 5 speed transmission from a 96 Toyota 4x4 extra cab pickup into a 89 4 ... A: You would have to use all of the wiring and the computer from the V-6 engine as well, there nay be ... | |
| 1992 Camry A/C diagnosis/estimate question | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: Have a 1992 Camry and the A/C has stopped working. The vents blow air, it's just not cold. I just ... A: There is a good chance that it is low on freon and there may be a leak, the system should be ... | |
| Cabin Air Filter | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited. The owner's manual has diagrams for access to the cabin ... A: push the sides of the glove box in one side at a time to release the glove box retaining lugs, there ... | |
| FJ Cruiser maintaince light | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2008 FJ Cruiser that I purchased new in Jan.08 I have 7500 miles on the vehicle and have ... A: You just need to reset the warning light, turn the ignition on and make sure the odometer reading is ... | |
| replacing struts on rear Toyota | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I have replaced the front struts, but having difficulty with the rear on a 1999 Toyota Camry. How do ... A: The rear seat bottom part has to be removed, just pull up at the front of the seat cushion, after ... | |
| Valve seals to change | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Rav4 4 cyl. 2L 4 door by Toyota. I am getting a puff of smoke @ startup only after the ... A: Yes the engine can move when pressurizing the cylinders, the way to avoid thisn is to make sure that ... | |
| PO401 | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: You said previously that the code PO401 on my Rav4 (105,000m) was probably or most likely the egr ... A: The most common failure is the vacuum modulator, remove the plastic top and look for a burned spot ... | |
| Valve seals to change | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Rav4 4 cyl. 2L 4 door by Toyota. I am getting a puff of smoke @ startup only after the ... A: The main thing is that the cylinder you are removing the valve springs from is compressed with air ... | |
| Toyota Camry 2000 CE 90,000 miles check up | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: Could you please let me know what are the things has to be changed for the toyota camry 2000 CE ... A: Besides a visual inspection of the brakes, drive belts, tires and suspension components what should ... | |
| 1996 Land Cruiser High Beams | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I have the above vehicle and the latching high beams no longer work. Momentary works fine. I ... A: In your original post you didn't say the switch was replaced, you mentioned cleaning the ball ... | |
| 91 toyota celica-no working fan or headlights | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: there is a 91 toyota celica (gt convertable) that I'm looking at, the current owner thinks it may ... A: Yes it does sound like an electrical problem,a good toyota technician should be able to figure this ... | |
| 1998 LS400 won't start | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: My problem started about 2wks ago. One morning I started up the car and it ran really rough and ... A: The plastic cover can be removed for closer inspection, if the fuse is blown there will be a break ... | |
| 2001 Tacoma idle problem | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: 2001 toyota tacoma v-6 engine. I was driving down the road let off of the gas and the engine shut ... A: Since the engine light did come on there is still a diagnostic trouble code in the computer even ... | |
| water in driver floorboard of 05 4 Runner | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: Have water in bottom of driver side floorboard -- sides are dry - no rain, haven't washed the car -- ... A: The a/c evaporator drain hose probably came off letting water drain on the inside instead outside ... | |
| RE: Toyota vienta 1996 over heating | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: RE: Toyota vienta 1996 over heating. Hi Ted, I recently bought a toyota Vienta 1996 V6. The car runs ... A: The cooling fan should run at full speed when the engine is hot,there is an auxillary electric fan ... | |
| 99 Toyota 4Runner | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1999 4runner. Occasionally, I have 3 things go out at once. The remote door ... A: Are you able to lock/unlock the doors with the switch on the left armrest and not with the remote or ... | |
| 2003 Corolla Hub/Bearing | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: Ted. On my 2003 Corrola S, how can you check the front bearing/hub assembly. I know on the older ... A: That test may also work depending on how bad the bearing is, another way is to put the car on jacks ... | |
| Removing rear wheel well liner | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: on my 2004 Sienna, I want to push out a small dent located right above the right rear wheel. To get ... A: The linder can be removed, it's best to have the wheel off. There are plastic clips which will ... | |