General Toyota Forum

Toyota recalling 87k 2010 Prius, Lexus HS 250h models for brake issue

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:44:46 -0400

From AB Toyota Announces Toyota Announces Voluntary Recall of Certain Toyota Prius and Lexus HS 250h Vehicles TORRANCE, Calif. (June 4, 2013) Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., today announced that...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

What's Wrong With My 2001 Prius ?!

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 13:09:34 -0400

Have had perfect light service for 12 years to 60,000 miles with not a single issues whatsoever. Now all of a sudden, the charging has gone Strange under a variety of conditions. e.g. - when sto...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2002 Sienna, does it have an interference engine or not?

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 12:51:18 -0400

Subject says it all, thanks Michael The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Camry MPG 25/35, Corolla 27/34.

Sun, 26 May 2013 15:17:15 -0400

Does the Camry really get better highway mileage than the much smaller Corolla? The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2013 Camry LE, What Kind of Prices Have People Been Getting?

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:44:34 -0400

My sister-in-law wants to buy a Camry LE 4 cylinder this weekend. Between USAA and Costco pricing, the best deal so far is $20906 (this doesn't include the $750 discount for cash or the $500 loyal...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2005 4Runner Display is dim

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:29:46 -0400

My friend has a '05 4Runner with the message display thing that tells the temp and remaining distance on the tank of gas, those sorts of things. The display is dim on one end. I own a BMW with a ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Test Drive 2013 Tundra

Sun, 12 May 2013 20:11:14 -0400

Well, not a test drive per se. My daughter has a friend that had to move on short notice, among the items that had too leave was a car that doesn't run, and it cannot go to the new house they are...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2014 Scion tC with updated styling priced from $19,210

Fri, 10 May 2013 04:53:03 -0400

From AB Scion Announces Pricing for Limited Production Scion 10 Series, New 2014 tC and iQ TORRANCE, Calif., (May 8, 2013) Scion today announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) for i...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2014 Toyota Corolla details leaked

Fri, 10 May 2013 04:53:03 -0400

FROM AB Toyota will launch the 2014 Corolla later this year, and thanks to the ever-leaky internet, a couple of key details about the new sedan have been revealed. Toyota will launch the 2014 Corolla...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Test drive: 2013 Toyota RAV4

Thu, 09 May 2013 03:07:26 -0400

I don't mean to turn this into the SUVs site or anything, but this is one of those vehicles I've been curious about ever since I saw it at last year's Los Angeles Auto Show. The new RAV4 represents a...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Grill emblem on 1999 Camry

Tue, 07 May 2013 00:46:51 -0400

Someone just pointed out to me that the grill emblem on my 99 Camry is missing the black backing. In 14 years I never realized that it probably did have a black backing, preventing clear access a...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

1996 Toyota Tercel Power Steering Pump Pulley?

Mon, 06 May 2013 09:48:22 -0400

1996 toyota tercel....4 cylinder....1.5 liter engine......158,000 miles The pulley intermittenly stops on startup or AC turned on or just sitting idle or making turns, belt screeches like a banshi...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

94 4Runner, no start, no lights, no click

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 01:23:59 -0400

Hi All, I have a 1994 4Runner SR5, manual transmissions, 3VZE 6cyl. I also have power locks, power windows and A/C. After normal operation and being parked for about 10 hours the vehicle will not s...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

P0430 CAT Below Efficiency, Bank2

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:24:51 -0400

The car runs good, no problems. Spark plugs are old, 150,000 miles and 16 years (1997 vehicle). I decide to change the plugs. No troubles BEFORE I begin. When I am done, the engine runs poorly, s...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Anyone installed a Curt trailer hitch on a Tacoma ?

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:17:35 -0400

Has anyone installed a Curt brand trailer hitch on a Tacoma ? This seems to be the best looking one in the under $ 200 price class. If so what do you think of them? Also looking around for any oth...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Computer -- Tablet, really -- Question

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 11:13:03 -0400

Some of the Toyota guys are computer savvy, that's why I crossposted. My wife is taking a trip to Europe and plans on giving a tablet to a relative as a gift. Is it a good idea to buy the tablet ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2014 Toyota Highlander greets the world with NYC debut

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:41:50 -0400

From AB All-New 2014 Toyota Highlander SUV Makes World Debut at 2013 New York Auto Show - All-New Dynamic, Sleek Exterior Design - Refined, Premium Interior with Advanced Technologies - New Six-Speed...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

7MGE on Toyota won't run with air intake snorkle detached

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 19:08:16 -0400

7MGE on an '89 Toyota Cressida - I was going to shoot some throttle cleaner into it while running hoping to clean the throttle and idle air control valve but find that the car won't run period with...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

How would you store a mildly used electric fuel pump?

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:44:01 -0400

Wondering what considerations there would be in storing a used electric fuel pump that likely has a fair number of miles left in it. Suggestions? Thanks. The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

What does this pattern related to issue with idle suggest to you?

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:23:06 -0400

Similar to a question I've posted recently but have more data now. '89 Toyota Cressida, 7MGE engine. On cold fire-up it starts great, will run great all day. ....except if I get it up to running t...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Sound like a fuel pump?

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 12:54:00 -0400

89 Toyota Cressida. About 1.5 years ago replaced the crapped out factory fuel pump with a not-Toyota pump from one of the chain parts houses. Ran fine until about a week ago. Drove all day, was in ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2007 corolla

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 16:35:32 -0400

went to dealer for oil change,of course they always find some thing to make money on .I have 2007 corolla with 35,000 miles on it,then he tells me my throttle body needs to decarbonized ,this car...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Have you ever heard of someone cashing in on an antifreeze guarantee?

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 18:39:58 -0400

I've seen these guarantees on antifreeze bottles, do they ever actually pay out? How often do you have the same antifreeze sit in the car for the duration, never spewing out, never having to be rep...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

A Crushing Issue: How to Destroy Brand-New Cars

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 06:37:36 -0400

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Toyota proposes economic loss settlement worth up to $1.4 billion over unintended accelera...

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 12:43:02 -0400

From AB Toyota Announces Settlement of Economic Loss Litigation That Provides Value to Customers NEW YORK, Dec 26, 2012 Toyota Motor North America today announced an agreement to resolve economic l...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Overheating Camry

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 22:32:31 -0400

A while back I asked for help with my Camry which would overheat when turned hard left or hard right, and occasionally when going straight. I got lots of good troubleshooting advice, none of it le...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Anyone ever tested Sunpro oil pressure gauge for accuracy?

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 00:28:14 -0400

Wondering how accurate a Sunpro oil pressure gauge is likely to be - trying to determined whether I have an oil pressure issue. Anyone ever checked one against a known accurate gauge? The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Tacoma PreRunner Cabin Fan Failed

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 21:32:26 -0400

2008 PreRunner. I do not have a schematic for this truck, and the cabin fan suddenly stopped working. I cannot find a fuse that is blown, so I'm moving on in my diagnostic routine. Without a sch...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Thread size/pitch on Toyota 7MGE oil pressure sender?

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 18:17:35 -0400

On the metric sizer it seems to best fit an M10 x 1 thread however it's tapered. Can anyone identify what size it is? Thanks The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Possible explanation for low oil pressure light after cam seal install

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:54:55 -0400

89 Toyota Cressida recently mentioned in here with bad cam seal. Going down the road and find that a temp fix with Permatex on the seal didn't hold, by 200 miles into a trip the engine is hemorrhag...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

(OT) Mission Accomplished

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 21:42:32 -0500

Famous last words. Right up there with, al Qaeda is on the run. We (Republicans) need to be pointing this out as relentlessly as the lamestream media covered Bush's misstep in declaring an end to ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Sealant on cam seals on 89 Cressida 7MGE?

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 11:00:19 -0500

Turns out my previously mentioned issue of oil leakage isn't due to the valve cover gaskets, it's the cam seals. Do you recommend using any sealant on the outer diameter of cam seals aside from pus...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota 7MGE valve cover oil leak passenger side

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 05:18:00 -0500

Have an 89 Toyota Cressida with a 7MGE DOHC 6 engine. For a while I've had a chronic, persistent oil leak on the passenger valve cover. On the driver side, I hand tighten the valve cover seat of th...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

What does this sensor on Toyota thermostat housing do?

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:11:36 -0500

It screws into the thermostat housing on my 89' Cressida. I see it id'd as bi-metallic vacuum switch - has an AISIN p/n 90925-05068 Link to pics below. The hose nipples have deteriorated and broken...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2012 RAV4 Oil filter and filter plug torque setting request

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 14:21:03 -0500

Please post the recommended torque settings for the following: 2012 RAV4 2.5 liter oil filter cap and separate filter plug. Thanks! The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota recalls slew of models for possible airbag calibration defect

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:31:52 -0500

From AB Report Receipt Date: JAN 16, 2013 NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V014000 Toyota Products Associated with this Recall: - 2009-2010 AVALON, FJ CRUISER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID - 2009-2012 4RUNNER, CAMRY, C...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Dash Cam

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 14:09:02 -0500

before I invest in a new toy [a real dashcam], I thought I might [somehow] hook up my Camcorder, or Digital Camera to the dashboard, and see if I like it first, and really use it. Any ideas on h...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota signs deal to get Nokia's Here Local Search on its in-car navigation units from 201...

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:10:22 -0500

From ENG HERE Platform from Nokia Powers Toyota Motor Europe's Next Generation of Navigation and Infotainment Systems Toyota is the Latest Major Automotive Brand to Leverage Best-in-Class Nokia Mappi...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota announces two recalls affecting 1M Corolla, Matrix and Lexus IS models

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:10:22 -0500

From AB TOYOTA ANNOUNCES TWO VOLUNTARY SAFETY RECALLS OF CERTAIN 2003 AND 2004 COROLLA AND 2006-2012 LEXUS IS MODELS TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2013 Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS), will co...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota profits up 23% on high US sales, despite mounting legal costs

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:41:30 -0500

From AB Toyota Motor Corporation Announces Financial Results for the Nine-month Period Ended December 31, 2012 (All consolidated financial information has been prepared in accordance with accounting ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota Auris gets new Touring Sports variant

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:41:30 -0500

From AB THE NEW TOYOTA AURIS TOURING SPORTS KEY POINTS - British-built Auris Touring Sports range includes the first full hybrid estate car in family/compact car segment - Clever hybrid system packag...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota settles complaints with states Attorneys General for $29 million

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:41:30 -0500

From AB Toyota Resolves U.S. State Attorneys General Inquiry, Commits to Extend and Expand 'Customer-First' Initiatives NEW YORK, NY February 14, 2013 Toyota Motor North America announced today th...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota GT86 GT4 racer is ready for UK competition

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:41:30 -0500

From AB The first GT4 racing version of the Toyota GT86 will hit the track later this month following completion of the first chassis by Buckingham-based motorsport engineering pioneer GPRM. The new...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

DRL switch

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:03:04 -0500

Around ten years ago I started a post complaining about the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) on my 2000 Sienna. There was no way to deactivate the lights when approaching gate guards or just because I...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

(OT) Real Federal Spending Up $822.90 Per American Since 2008

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 05:01:00 -0500

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Re: Smog Checks, New Batteries, and Completing OBD-II Self Tests Quickly

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 14:27:11 -0500

You ought to be able to smog with two monitors still running. There are 10 or 12 monitors, and you can smog without all of them being completed. Certainly you can smog with one still running, but...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

How can we keep Styrofoam and SUVs out of our cities?

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 13:43:42 -0500

Unless you live in a cage, you know Mayor Bloomberg it out to ban Styrofoam from NYC, and that actually sounds good. The irony is that SUVs do more to tarnish the image of a city and he owns one! P...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Avalon tail lights

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:11:15 -0500

This is a tail light on a 2002 avalon in Australia.why are all the pictures of 2002 avalon tail lights in America different? https://picasaweb.google.com/113020386164842470958/February21201302?aut...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

spark plugs

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 17:41:19 -0500

2004 Toyota Camry XLE 4 cyl 97K miles The dealer says I need new plugs. The maintenance manual is ambiguous, in some places implying every 30K, 60K, 120K miles. Called another dealer and they sa...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Toyota GT86 gets TRD treatment in UK

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 01:52:45 -0500

From AB TOYOTA GT86 TRD IT'S OFFICIAL New GT86 TRD adds impact to Toyota's sports coupe - First official UK model grade to feature genuine TRD parts - Features include forged 18-inch alloys, front...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here