a Japanese automaker which produces vehicles for worldwide use, producing models such as the Camry, Tundra, Prius and Corolla
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Stiff Gas Pedal 03 Corolla
I have an '03 Corolla with about 87k miles on it. I just bought it a while ago and everything on it seems to run perfect. Recently I've been a bit conscious of how I drive and accelerate and noticed ...
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Toyota Avensis Intake Manifold Rattle Fix - quesion about gasket
I have a Toyota Avensis which has the intake manifold rattle problem. I asked the dealer for a price on the new part and he quoted me €400. From a breakers yard they are hard to get and the going rate ...
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Toyota Camry 2004 service
I have just bought a 2004 Toyota Corolla (Altise). I couldn't get the exact date of the last service but the guy said that the next service should be done in 3000km. I guess there is a standard set of ...
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Why does my Toyota Camry Hybrid (2008) keep consuming tires?
I bought my Toyota Camry Hybrid new in 2008. I specify Hybrid because I know the weight distribution is somewhat different.
I've driven 50,000. I live in South Florida. I've already replaced all ...
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My Car Squeals When Braking Even Though I've Had My Front Rotors Machined and Back Rotors Replaced and all new brake pads. What could it be?
I own a Toyota Soarer SC300 (1994), 2JZ motor non-turbo 3 litre engine. The engine is probably irrelevant, but provided for prosperity. Anyway, the front rotors were machined and are within the legal ...
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Can I drive my 4wd 4runner in front wheel only?
I recently had the misfortune of having my 1997 4runner's rear diff lock up because of a leak and then no gear oil.
Unfortunately to add to that the frame and major members are very rusted/rotted. ...
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Why does my A/C blow foul smelling air when it first turns on?
Most of the time when I first turn on the A/C in our 2008 Toyota Sienna, the air that blows out has a very distinct chemical - nasty smell. After a while it seems to go away. I'm not sure if I just ...
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Clear water in coolant reservoir
Over the weekend I took my 2000 Toyota 4Runner to a local shop to get the oil changed. While there they told me I needed to flush the coolant, pulling clear water out of the coolant reservoir. They ...
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Cold start Squeak noise
I have an 04 Toyota Camry Solara. The car is in very good condition at 165k miles. Although since two winters ago I have noticed only in the cold mornings when I first start the car there is like a ...
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Adjust window end position?
I have a Toyota Yaris Verso (2000) and one of the screws holding the driver-side window fell out. As a result, the scissor mechanism of the motorized window adjuster was bent slightly before I was ...
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Factory panic alarm going off after changing battery [97 Toyota Camry]
We just changed the battery in our 1997 Toyota Camry now as soon as we connect the battery the panic alarm goes off and all the doors lock. How do we stop this / turn it off.
///note: the battery in ...
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What kind of gasoline additives will help maintain the engine efficiency/life?
Aside from the traditional maintenance of oil changes, and keeping fluid levels correct - what else will help prolong the engine's life?
I recall a few years back gasoline additives were the thing to ...
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Adding a trailer hitch for extra storage on 2006 Toyota Hybrid Highlander Limited
I want to add a trailer hitch for extra storage on 2006 Toyota Hybrid Highlander Limited. I've seen these storage boxes that appear to mount on the hitch and allow access to the rear hatch still when ...
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Toyota Prius 2010 Has No Spare Tire
I recently bought a 2010 used Toyota Prius from local dealer in Jordan, the dealer claims this edition imported from Germany (even the user manuals are in Dutch).
The wired part unlike the USA/Japan ...
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What does the Check Engine Light on 2000 Camry at 180,781 miles mean?
The check engine light just came on in my 2000 Camry. It has 180,781 miles, and the 180k mark is the recommended timing belt replacement mark. I've checked the tightness on the gas cap, and I'm ...
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How do I resolve error code P1135 in my Toyota Camry?
I recently replaced the downstream O2 sensor in my Toyota Camry. Shortly thereafter, the check engine like came on again providing the following codes:
P1135 which I understand to be the upstream ...
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Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission problem
Got Toyota FJ Cruiser 2010 Automatic, 4x4 full stock (no warranty, I live in Central Europe). I have strange transmission issues. I had already spent 2,5 years of life and about 2500$ just to diagnose ...
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Keeping floor mats from moving - no hook on car floor
Looking for some ideas to keep floor mats from moving.
In particular, my 91 MR2 has no plastic hook on the car floor to hook into the floor mats and hold them in place.
The floor mats I have only ...
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'92 Toyota Corolla with a oil leak
My 1992 Corolla is leaking oil when driving then pools while parked. Already checked the oil pan and no leak. Where else could it be coming from?
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How to loosen drive belt tensioner on 2007 Toyota Corolla?
My understanding is that I need to follow these steps to replace a drive belt:
Use a breaker bar and 19 mm socket and turn the tensioner release nut clockwise to release tension on the belt.
Remove ...
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How do I add a second key fob to my 2008 Prius
I have a series II 2008 Toyota Prius. I purchased a second key off of eBay and would like to program it for ignition and remote control.
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Toyota manual transmission problem
I took my 2003 Toyota Matrix in to the dealership for service. It has 105,000 miles - the oxygen sensor needed replacing, but no other issues found. Now I feel as though I need to shift to a higher ...
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Is there a way to put Prius with dead battery into neutral?
I own a 2010 Prius. It has a dead battery, front facing forward in my garage. I do not have long enough jumper cables.
I’ve searched the Internet. Did Toyota really create a car that cannot be put ...
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Electric central door lock does not work with automatic transmission shifting to and from “Park”
My 2004 Toyota Corolla S does not lock or open the central door lock when moving from/to “Park”. The manual and remote works just fine. It is only with the automatic transmission that when I move to ...
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How to put 1997 Toyota 4Runner in neutral with dead battery?
My ’97 Toyota 4Runner with automatic transmission is parked head first in a small garage with a dead battery. I need to put it into neutral to push it out on the driveway so I can jump-start it. (This ...
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Toyota 4-runner front axle
I recently ran into a big problem with my driver side front axle on my 1995 toyota 4-runner. for some reason its not wanting to act right. I replaced the axle, bearings, rotor, sway bar, bushings and ...
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Is it possible to disable beep for opening door before shutting off the engine?
I have a Toyota Hybrid Camry with keyless ignition. If open the door (after I park the car) but before I shut off the engine the car will beep at me. This will continue until I get out and close the ...
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Battery shorts when key is turned quickly
My friend has a newish (~2009) Toyota Tacoma that apparently can short the battery when he turns the key from off to start too fast.
By short I mean, when fully charged the truck will click once like ...
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How to fix windshield washer pump in Yaris Verso
My windshield washer pump in my Toyota Yaris Verso has stopped working. The fuse seems to be fine, so either it's due to a loose connection, or the pump is broken. What is the likely cause, and how ...
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How to determine tire compatibility [93 4runner]
I have a 93 Toyota 4runner with 31/10.5-15, if I understand the conversions correctly that would be a 267/76/R15 in metric. I am looking at replacing these tires and have found a set of 235/75/R15's ...
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What can cause the squeak sound in the front right when driving faster then 70 km/h
I just have bought a Toyota Yaris of 2007 and observe two things. There is a squeaking sound from right front when driving over 60-70 km/h. Another is when turning wheels right or left completely I ...
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AC: Fixing or Recharging?
I have Toyota Camry 2000. The problem is AC does not blow any cold air. So, I bought R134a and recharging it myself. It costs me about $12. However, it lasts for about a month.
I checked with couple ...
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2012 Toyota Tacoma won't shift into Reverse
I've just had my 2012 Tacoma towed to the dealership due to the truck not shifting into reverse correctly. I first noticed a problem when I was driving home and the RPMs would get up to between 3 and ...
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What Could Cause a Sudden Loud Noise When Driving on Highway?
1990 Toyota 4Runner, V6, automatic transmission, 2 or 4 wheel drive (which I always keep in 2WD). I've owned the car for about two months, the previous owner, whom I know and trust, drove this car ...
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P2238 Positive Current Circuit Low on Toyota Camry 2004
I'm getting P2238 Positive Current Circuit Low from my car, for O2 Sensor in Bank 1 Sensor 1 for my Toyota Camry 2004 (4 cylinder). What is it and how can I fix this problem? From what I've read on ...
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P0136 Bank 1 Sensor 2 - Sensor location
I'm getting P0136 bank 1 sensor 2 circuit malfunction from my Toyota Camry 4 cylinder, which from past experience means I need to replace it. I've replaced the O2 sensor in the exhaust manifold ...
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Replace stop light switch cushion - 2003 Toyota Camry Altise
So my brake lights are always on and it is the stop light cushion. I have purchased a new one from the dealer and now need to replace.
I have tried pointy nose pliers and they are just not working. I ...
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09 Camry engine rumbles
This is a pretty straight forward question, but I have an 09 Camry 5-speed manual. It only has about 25k miles on it and has been regularly serviced.
However, as of late I've noticed that when I ...
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Need help identifying grinding noise from the rear of 88 Toyota Pickup
I have 1988 Toyota Pickup 4x4 Manual 5-speed with the 22RE Engine.
Starting a few weeks ago, while at speed, the truck would randomly make this loud rubbing/grinding noise coming from the rear. I've ...
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Why doesn't homelink plus programming work as described in the manual?
I'm trying to program my 2007 Prius to open my garage door. I succeeded doing this for my 2006 Highlander with no problems. However, for the prius, I cannot get the car to work as described in the ...
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1972 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 Disc Brake Conversion
I just bought a '72 FJ40 and realized that three out the four (drum) brake cylinder's are seized and one of the grease seals is leaking bad.
Since I have to replace the brake cylinder's, I am ...
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Engine Revving/Misfiring - Formerly Running Lean - No Trouble Codes Now
For a few months now my 1999 Toyota Avalon XLS (California model - this apparently affects the emissions specs - I'm in NY however) with around 105k miles has been giving me these totally random ...
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Installing a used ECM
The ECM is dead on my 2003 Toyota Corolla. What are the risks of installing a used ECM?
Will the ECM need to be reconfigured?
I've heard it might have issues passing DEQ?
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Removing front panel to install new stereo? (Toyota Levin 97)
I'm thinking of buying a new stereo for my 1997 Toyota Levin and I was wondering if anyone knew how to take the front panel off so as to get to the old stereo?.
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Which gear should I use to climb a steep hill?
I have a 1999 Toyota Corolla, which has a D, 2, and L gear. I also have a steep driveway to climb everyday. Which of these gears is most appropriate for going up steep inclines?
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Top Dead Centre
I replaced a cylinder head gasket on my 1993 Holden Apollo (Same engine as the toyota camry 5S-FE). However when I went to get TDC I think I may have forgotten to put the car in Neutral. Could this ...
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2010 Toyota Corolla - pumping gas - the gas pump kicks off constantally
In another forum someone said "Screen down the fillneck may be partialy plugged up with matter." Is this something a neophyte can change or fix himself, or should I take it to an auto shop? How can I ...
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Alarm system appears to be going out?
A bit ago, I went out to my van (1998 Toyota Sienna), unlocked, and got in with nothing unusual. When I put the key in the ignition and turned it to the on position, all the appropriate lights came ...
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Toyota Tacoma squeaky front shock
I recently purchased a Toyota Tacoma 2008. It has a one inch lift kit with aftermarket rims and tires. The problem is that the front shocks squeak loudly when going over a curb for example.
Any ideas ...
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Oil in 2011 Toyota Corolla
My 2011 Toyota has 15,000 miles on it. I just got its oil changed, and the new place that I took it to told me that I NEED synthetic oil 0W-20 (so they put in "Castrol Edge 0W-20"). But they also told ...
