General Toyota Forum

Re: The bicycle can save the economy

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:08:35 -0500

On Feb 21, 8:56=A0am, TibetanMonkey, the Beach Cruiser Philosopher e to r t d t ... The cost is about $2000. Actually, you can save a bunch of that money and get a battery and motor that you can put ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2012 Camry: Eyesore under the hood

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:50:49 -0500

Recently looked at some 2012 Camrys at a local Toyota dealer and was somewhat shocked to see that none of the power plants had an exhaust manifold shield/cover. While the average Joe/Jane probably wo...... The post has 19 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Wondering what's next wrt CNG in Toyota

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:19:35 -0500

We're interested in new vehicles and so far can't get a straight answer from any of the car/truck companies. We've a large extended family (foster to adopt-- 49 grand kids last count) and need new va...... The post has 24 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Highest mpg awd 2000?

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:34:08 -0500

What would be the highest mpg awd in a reliable moderately piced 2000 model?... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Supra with Dodge V8

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:14:04 -0500

I have an 87 Supra and a Dodge V8 in my garage. I would like to put them together. The supra engine was rebuilt years ago but the electrical hook-up after the rebuild didn't work for the previous o...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Front wheel stud fatigue failures

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:17:11 -0500

Brought my '04 Highlander in for oil and filter replacement 2/1/2012. During Toyota's Service Department's usual check for other stuff (tire wear, fluids, battery, etc.) they broke two studs on the...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Sienna brake job?

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:18:15 -0500

Hi all: My wife recently took our 08 Sienna with about 35,000 miles to the dealership for an oil change and they told her the front disk brake pads were worn to the point that replacement was need...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

engine oil leaking on a 95 camry

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:01:32 -0500

i got a 95 camry 4 cyl and it is leakin engine oil from the passenger side of the motor. i have reason to suspect that it could be the oil pump gasket and/or camshaft seal. it has over 200,000 miles ...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

91 Camry ignition problem

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:57:55 -0500

I have an old but good 91 Toyota Camry wagon, not worth much to sell but worth a lot me as a useful workhorse. It has an intermittent problem that I haven't seen for many months, and the fact that...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Can bad motor mount cause car to vibrate at idle and cold start?

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:18:50 -0500

I have a 96 corolla and when I start up my car in the morning or when its been sitting for a few hours, the car is loud and the right front bumper, side marker light and turn signal light vibrates/ma...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Want a NON-LEAKING valve cover install on Toyota Cressida w/7MGE DOHC 6

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 19:11:41 -0500

Putting in valve cover gaskets on my 89 - 7MGE. Gasket seats in a channel around the cover. Anyone know of any tricks for ensuring a leakless install? Thanks!... The post has 35 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Blinker Blinks At Double Speed

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 01:21:49 -0500

My front and rear left directionals sometimes blink at double the usual speed. Can you tell me what this means? Thanks! ... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

avalon Brake Inspection[s]

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:44:31 -0500

Is the [standard advertised] brake inspection the only way to tell if brakes need replacing? I have a 2003 Avalon, with about 31,000 miles. I think I'm easy on the brakes. As you can see, I don't dri...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Corolla Door Handles

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:41:49 -0500

I hate the interior door handles on my '99 Corolla. They last for about 6 months and then break. The replacements only have a 3 month warranty. I have replaced several in the last 3 years. The bottom...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Platinum or Iridium Spark Plug? Single or dual electrodes?

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 15:33:43 -0500

I have a 96 corolla and I am wondering should i should stick with platinum spark plugs or pay 4 bucks more a piece for iridium spark plugs? Also would it make a difference if i get a single electrode...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

'02 Sienna w/ stuck key and spongy brake pedal

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:52:23 -0500

My wife called me while I'm at work to report that the ignition key is stuck in the ignition, and the brake pedal sank to the floor. I think it was able to shift back into Park, but I'm not certai...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Thank God! ATT has given up trying to acquire T-Mobile.

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:55:16 -0500

Being a long-time T-Mobile customer I feel like I just got a very welcome reprieve. ATT has the worst reputation for customer satisfaction while T-Mobile is among the best. -- Gregory Hall ... The post has 38 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Corolla 1993 1.8L LE electrical

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:44:19 -0500

Re: 1993 Corolla 1770cc LE; %480,000 km Sometimes when starting the car, as soon as the ignition is turned on, everything will go dead. Most often this happens right away, before the starter relay...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2000 Avalon 9v power outlets not working

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:52:31 -0500

2000 Avalon 9v power outlets not working dash fuses look ok seem to recall this happening a few years ago, forget what the cause was- underhood inline fuse? If so, location? Didn't see a lik...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

1000,000 mile oil in 1976!

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:55:37 -0500

I lifted this from another forum. %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOsQUc26CWc The longest Popular Science Article ever. In the late 1960s a Ford Lube expert ran his company car for 1...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Snow Chain Recommendation for 1998 Toyota Corolla

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:51:49 -0500

I live in the Pacific Northwest. Most of the time I bike to work, but I do frequently drive to the mountains. I do not usually drive when it's snowing, but in case I get caught out in the snow, then ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Spark plug tube nut torque

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:49:05 -0500

I4 5SFE engine I'm trying to confirm the torque on the 30mm spark plug tube nuts that secure the valve cover.. Haynes manual shows 33 FTLB and Toyota shows 17 FTLB. Which one is correct ? 17 seems to...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Toy 150 tool

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:30:42 -0500

Does anyone in the Baltimore area have access to the Toy 150 spark plug tube removal tool and be willing to rent it out for a day ?The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2007-2011 Toyota Camry Headlight Bulbs Replacement Guide

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:09:27 -0500

It's relatively easy to replace the headlight bulbs of an XV40 generation 2007-2011 Toyota Camry. The low beam and high beam bulbs require no tools while getting to the turn signal and sidemarker onl...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2007 To 2011 Toyota Camry Front Brake Pads Replacement Guide With Pictures

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:15:00 -0500

If you've been hearing a faint screeching or squealing noise from the front of your 07-11 Toyota Camry while braking, you may need to replace the front brake pads. They usually last anywhere from 40,...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2007-2011 Toyota Camry Oil Change Guide

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 20:35:42 -0500

I just changed the oil on our 2010 Toyota Camry SE equipped with the 2.5L I4 engine and created a quick guide with pictures to help out other owners. The procedure should be the same or very similar ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

How many 02 sensors, What is a bank, what data is available? 2000 3 litre

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 08:18:08 -0500

Hi, I have a 2000 Solara with the 3.0 litre V-6 engine. I also have a Scan-Gauge II. Besides the built-in guages, the SGII can have other gauges added, which may or may not find data in the car's co...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

engine noise

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 19:35:16 -0500

hey everyone, i have a 2007 toyota corolla ce and when it cold starts it makes a pulsating noise that sounds like a grinding or shushing noise. its not getting any worse and as this is the first wint...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Oil leak around distributor after O-ring replacement

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:56:13 -0500

89 Cressida 7MGE engine. Was puking oil out around the distributor base. The old O-ring was flattened and brittle. Replaced with a Toyota OEM O-ring. Still getting leakage. Any suggestions?... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Familiarity with Rock Auto Parts? Big discrepancy in cost of motor mount.

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 23:47:43 -0500

In the course of replacing the oil pump on my 89 Cressida I discovered I have a separated driver side motor mount. Toyota wants $171 for one. Looked online, found one at Auto Parts Warehouse for $53....... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Avalon Suspension

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 23:00:00 -0500

My 2011 Avalon has a very soft cushoned ride. What can be done to tighten it up and make the cornering better?... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Low oil pressure after overheat and low oil condition

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 01:15:10 -0500

89 Toyota Cressida, 7MGE inline 6. Recently experienced a brief overheat after a blown hose concurrent with a low on oil situation. Now finding the oil light goes on at stopped idle under load (%600 ...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

'95 Camry high-beam switch

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:16:56 -0500

I have a 1995 Camry LE sedan with 150k. Recently the high beam switch acted finicky, and then failed to activate the high beams. I'd like to replace the switch. I would appreciate tips and pointers...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

How to disable 2002 Sienna daytime running lights?

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 22:32:15 -0500

Is there a way to disable the lights other than cutting the wire as indicated in the Toyota forums? Kinda figured there might be a special / oddball combo of switches etc that would do it. TIA - N...... The post has 62 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Toyota New Model?

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:09:00 -0500

Do any one know any new Models from Toyota?I want to buy a new Car but, Want to have some Suggestions before.... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Here we go again... Another Recall

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 11:54:12 -0500

http://news.yahoo.com/toyota-recalls-550-000-cars-steering-issue-073049887.html This is all we need, a Toyota careening down the highway, gas pedal stuck to the floor and the steering locked up. I h...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2007 corolla leaking oil

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 09:58:01 -0400

I have 2007 corolla that is leaking oil in the area of right front wheel,it has only 2,5000 miles on it,I suspect it must be a seal on drive shaft?,I am wondering if I am still covered 60 mo warran...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Dash mount food & drink tray?

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 02:10:54 -0400

Does anyone know where to find something similar to this, but that holds 2 big drinks and some food, and mounts atop the passenger side dash? http://www.amazon.com/Ideaworks-JB5798-Handy-Lap-Tray/dp...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

{OT:} Louisiana Bans Cash For Second Hand Transactions

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 00:55:20 -0400

WTF? Louisiana Bans Cash For Second Hand Transactions Posted: 20 Oct 2011 07:00 PM PDT I'm struggling to understand the reasoning behind this, much less the priorities that make the Louisiana legisl...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Washer fluid for 2000 Camry

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:19:21 -0400

I don't know much about cars. The washer fluid light on my 2000 Camry CE has lit up and the tank looks empty. Would any waher fluid from an auto-parts store work? I'm in New York City. The temper...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

SRS warning light

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 09:02:31 -0400

2005 Corolla CE SRS light came on for no apparent reason Does this require a Toyota dealer to repair?... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Buying and Storing Tires?

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 16:10:53 -0400

I have a 2003 Avalon with close to 31,000 miles on it. There is still good tread on the original tires, but they are aging, and will eventually have to be replaced. I found some Tires online that I...... The post has 16 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Sienna 2011: Tire Pressure Light - reset button?

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:42:05 -0400

Hi, the tire pressure warning light has come on. I am reading on the web that there is a reset button. I cannot find the reset button, and the manual is not much help. How do I turn that light off...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

(OT) Ultrasounds Blamed for Asia's Female Shortage

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 19:43:47 -0400

It might be a harbinger of the demise of human species on Earth. Let us call it....un-natural selection. This dims, is what legalized abortion will lead to...think about it if you can muster t...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Remove the alternator, get 10% better fuel economy?

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:53:11 -0400

I found this by accident (while looking for an article about a 16 year old who modified his truck to run on batteries) http://ecomodder.com/forum/fuel-economy-mpg-modifications.php Alternator delete ...... The post has 13 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Toyota Tercel Front Struts!

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:13:54 -0400

I can't think of any reason why you cannot replace the struts in your driveway. It's a pretty straight forward job on most cars and trucks. I have no specific experience with the Tercel, but the Te...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Rip Off report.........

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:23:48 -0400

I called the local Toyota dealership, transfer, transfer, transfer, finally parts..... how much is the red antifreeze? 30.74/gal but it's Toyota antifreeze.... O'Riley can order Pentafros...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Antifreeze

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:45:31 -0400

How long does the pink stuff last. Read the manual and did not see anything about how long antifreeze last on a 2004 Toyota 4 runner. Thank you... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

FRAM air filter VS Denso OEM

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 20:43:55 -0400

Anyone have practical comparison between FRAM air filter and the Denso 17801-0D020 air filter for a Corolla? I found a FRAM Extra Guard air filter for around $16 and my local Toyota dealer is char...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

HOW DO I REPAIR SCRAPED FILLER ON A CAMRY BUMPER??

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 08:08:03 -0400

I recently backed my 2005 Camry into a immoveable object. The bumper was recently repaired before this incident and all the old filler is peeling off. I have no tools, except for an electric drill. H...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here