Questions tagged [toyota]
a Japanese automaker which produces vehicles for worldwide use, producing models such as the Camry, Tundra, Prius and Corolla.
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How to reset the "Maint Reqd" light in a 2015 Toyota Rav4?
I just changed the oil on my girlfriend's 2015 Toyota Rav4 LE.
The "maintenance required" light is lit up on the dash. It turns on 5000 miles after the last time it was reset. I want to ...
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2020 Toyota 4Runner lazy 1-2 shift
Recently picked up a 5th gen 4runner with 50K miles and noticed that the transmission was acting like it was low on fluid, I'm pretty strict with maintenance and I'm a firm believer in changing fluids ...
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jump started toyota estima now no response from accelerator
my car was jumpstarted this morning and now the engine switches on but when i press the accelerator there is zero response. the gears can change to drive and reverse but the accelerator offers no ...
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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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Excessive engine noise and vibration in cabin 09 toyota camry 2.4l
I have had a 2009 toyota camry for about 3 years now and when I was accelerating onto the interstate I heard a loud pop under the car and i think it came from the drivers footwell, that's when I could ...
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Toyota CH-R fuel consumption confusion
I have a Toyota C-HR Hybride Edition 1.8L 2020. I see in the specification that the fuel tank is 43L.
With every trip, when I turn off the car, I get fuel consumption statistics for the current trip. ...
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Toyota dies when I turn on the AC
Hello I have a 1994 Toyota Terrel and I'm experincing some problems that have me stumped.
The car will die now when the AC is turned on. Gives out a weird cry and starts to die. A week ago it was ...
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Do these spark plug tube seals need to be replaced?
While inspecting the front 3 spark plugs (bank 2) on a 2GR-FE (2009 Toyota Venza), I noticed the spark plugs have oil along the entirety of their threads.
There was no oil pooling the the spark plug ...
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How to know if I can update my toyota corolla 2018 LE car with entune causing confusion
I have a toyota corolla 2018 LE (no navigation) Canada/Ontario
Model ID 15TBDANA-CA01
Hard No 86140-02520
All systems is UU.11.17
According to this https://www.toyota.com/firmware-updates/download ...
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All 12V outlets lose power until restart
I have a 2010 Toyota Sequoia limited 5.7L V8. I have 4-120W 12V Outlets. I am trying to use the same air compressor to fill a tire that I have been using for several years and never had a problem. Now,...
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Fuse for gauge and button lights in Toyota Sienna
When I turn on the head lights in my 2014 Toyota Sienna LE, the gauge lights, AC button lights in the front and the second row no longer turn on. Lights such as tire pressure low indicator, ...
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Burning a lot of oil. Need tips to reduce!
I have a 2002 Toyota Highlander V6 4wd with 165,000 miles. And right now I am burning a lot of oil. About 1 quart per 300-500 miles (under normal use). Going on long trips burns an excessive amount ...
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Oil Light Flickered ... Have I Destroyed My Engine?
This happened on an 02 Toyota Camry. I had an oil leak, the oil light flickered on off. I added two quarts of oil to it. This happened three different times over 800 miles. The oil light would just ...
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Removing inner CV joint from differential
This is a 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
I removed the outer CV joint from the rotor but am unable to pull the inner one out of the differential. I tried three different pry bars unsuccessfully. Do I need a ...
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Clicking Sound From Brakes
Really annoying one this is.
About two to three weeks ago, out of nowhere. When I apply my brakes whilst moving forward I get an annoying clicking sound ( one time click when applying brakes lightly )....
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2014 Toyota Corolla AC Issues
Recently got in my car a few days ago and my ac was not blowing air. Previously in the morning the vehicle was used and everything was normal. A few hours later, and for the next few days the ac ...
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2006 Toyota Camry radiator issue
By no means am I a vehicle mechanic, but I've learned a lot from dealing with my old '06 Camry.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but this appears to be the valve of the radiator that is not fully sealed, ...
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Toyota Tacoma 2000 won't start
Sometimes after a trip (2-3 hrs) when i turn off my tacoma, won't turn on again, i knock on starter bobine it start, and sometimes don't. I replace the bobine, it's seems good for 2-3 months, then the ...
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Toyota USB port kills devices plugged into it
I have a Land Cruiser 2010. It's the third time this is happening. Any USB stick that's connected to the Audio USB/AUX port gets super hot and stops working after a few seconds. Yesterday I connected ...
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Problem diagnostic on Toyota Estima
In relation to my previous question: Hybrid battery not charging fully
This morning I took the vehicle to the mechanic who has serviced all of my cars for the last 10 years. He called me later in ...
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My Toyota kills USB sticks connected to USB/AUX music port
I have a Corolla 2013 S. It's the second time happening. The USB stick was connected to the Audio USB/AUX port like always (#19 below). I was just trying to play some music, and realized it doesn't ...
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Does a Car Keep Moving If Neither Accelerator, Nor Brake Is Pressed?
I am not sure if if this is the right forum to ask this, but even my driving instructor cannot give me a clear answer, hence the question.
Learning driving on a toyota vios, automatic transmission. ...
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1998 4Runner 2.7 P0136- What should the post cat O2 sensor waveform look like?
I have a P0136 on my 1998 4Runner 2.7 3RZ-FE. It uses both narrow band sensors (pre cat and post cat) Looking at the waveform of the post cat sensor, often upon acceleration it drops to 0 volts. ...
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1999 toyota 4runner wiper wiring question
The wiper motor isn't coming on, but shorting to the motor shows it works fine.
I pulled the fuse for the wiper and the fuse for 4x4 right below it. I don't have a good wiring diagram.
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1996 Toyota Tacoma Random Misfire
I have a 96 2.4l tacoma that has right under 200,000 miles on it. Most of the time it runs great but randomly it starts misfiring. Only when it's up to operating temp but besides that there's no rhyme ...
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How to diagnose horn malfunction?
07 Toyota Tacoma,
Horn stopped working altogether after working fine (no intermittency).
Fuse is fine and when I jump the relay with a tool the horn activates. Tried replacing the relay and it’s ...
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Toyota 2.0 D4-D (1CD-FTV) engine versions
After having some issues with my Toyota after some work being done on the engine I'm now facing an issue I can't find explanation to. Full story here:
Toyota Avensis Verso D4-D 2002 after turbo & ...
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How to remove the Toyota Aygo Now windshield wiper
I've been trying to replace the windshield wiper of a Toyota Aygo Now, but it seems that I cannot even remove the old one.
There are several bits that look like tabs that can be pressed / pushed / ...
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Toyota Navigation System Connector doesn't fit Pioneer receiver
I'm trying to replace my car stereo in my 2006 Toyota Camry XLE with navigation system.
I had the default navigation system Denso DW468100-0150 and wanted CarPlay and Bluetooth, so I bought the ...
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2003 Toyota Camry Seat won't move back into upright position
My 2003 Toyota Camry seat is having issues where if you tilt for the seat to lean back it goes but when you tilt for the seat to return to an upright position it won't go.
All I hear is the motor when ...
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How do I remove all this silicone on my used vehicle?
3 weeks ago I bought a used 2009 Camry le last week the engine light came on and the reading said change ignition coils and spark plugs im pretty handy watched a video and ordered the plugs and coils ...
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2010 Toyota FJ cruiser Transmission shudder
I have a 2010 Toyota FJ cruiser. Has about 250k miles. I noticed a shudder at about 35-40 miles an hour as well as at 55-60 mph. Took it to Toyota dealership and was told it was the transmission and I ...
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No sound when turning ignition unless wait 30min
I have Toyota Solara 2005. Today when I turn on ignition, no sound. No cranking noise.
But after like 30min, I can turn it on and engine started. I drove home and tried to turn again, dead. No sound.
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Toyota Auris Hybrid sometimes is reluctant to enter READY mode
I've bought a Toyota Auris Hybrid 2011 in June last year. I've got no issues until November, when for the first time it didn't want to start. For next few weeks the issue didn't come up, so I thought ...
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2003 Toyota Rav4: Scratching sound above 4k RPM
I have a manual transmission, 2003 Toyota Rav4. The problem is that there is now a scratching sound, originating from the front center (sounds like it is right behind the front air vents), that starts ...
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Adjusting the timing of a distributorless Toyota 4E-FE engine
I have a 1998 Toyota Corolla complete with a 1.3 4E-FE engine. As far as I can tell this is the 2nd generation 4E-FE engine with a distributorless set up. I'm in the process of modifying the car as ...
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Why did a Corolla's hood latch open suddenly with no seemingly reason?
Posting on behalf of a friend.
She bought a used 2020 Toyota Corolla from carvana a few months ago. Yesterday she called me saying the dash threw a hood unlatched warning and the hood latch was ...
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How do you replace the transfer case on a 2010 Toyota RAV4? [closed]
How do you replace the transfer case on a 2010 Toyota RAV4?
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How to set up Apple car play in Toyota Auris 2018
I am trying to connect apple car play with my 2018 Toyota Auris. Does anyone know if Toyota Auris 2018 supports apple car play or how to set it up?
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Battery died at a drive-in and the guy that jumped off the car with a jump box hooked a jump box up backward
After you hit the jump box up backwards I attempted to start the car twice before I realized that he hooked it up backwards it is a 2011 Toyota Camry now the car starts but it has no acceleration at ...
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Toyota HiAce 2010 - How to install cruise control stalk?
Looking for some advice with a HiAce cruise control. My 2010 HiAce D4D (Diesel) doesn't currently have cruise control installed, but I read that it is potentially prewired, and all it takes is ...
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Toyota Corolla 2006 Under dash Fuse list abbreviation
I am trying to replace the Toyota Corolla 2006 fuse but can't understand the abbreviations:
P/W
AM2
AM1
ECU-IG
INV
P/POINT
ECU-B
CIG
GAUGE
OBD
Thank you.
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Corolla EVAP Canister Location
i’ve recently have problems with filling up my fuel tank because the pump keep shutting off early. Most youtube videos point to the evap charcoal canister to see if it’s clogged up. But I can’t see ...
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Electrical problem with a Toyota vitz 2009 automatic transmission
i have been having these issues with my car lately i will try to explain them as best as i can here are all the problems listed:
the indicator lights work but disappears as soon as i put my feet on ...
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New pair of shock absorber piston does not return at the same time after compression
I bought a pair of new shock absorbers for my car today. When i went to the workshop and open up i did a compression on the pistons. i found that one of the shock piston return faster than the other. ...
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Search pdf manual for "brakes" indicator 1999 Toyota Camry
The CAMRY electrical pdf manual is hundreds pages but is electronically searchable.
Full manual complement (click here)
The red "brakes" indicator on the dashboard is lit: several attempts ...
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Engine burning oil
My Toyota vitz 2007 burns engine oil. I replaced the PCV valve but there is no difference.
I usually have to add about 1 or 2 liters of oil for 5000km (between two oil refills).
One of my friends ...
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Toyota Funcargo (Yaris Verso) 1.3 VVTi (2NZ-FE) connector near oil filter
I was seeing my Yaris Verso VVTi 2NZ-FE engine and a cable was hanging (with light grey connector, 4 pin socket, and a single wire line) that is not connected anywhere. I tried to search for the ...
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Replacing only one front strut?
I drive a 2014 Corolla LE and recently had my right front shock strut and stabilizer bar link replaced under warranty. Currently the car has 20300 miles on it.
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Steering-weight seems ...
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1996 Toyota Camry - ignition or wiring
My car won't start I turn the key and nothing happens no click or turning of the engine. When I wait after a while the car makes a beeping noise like it resests itself then it starts but as soon as I ...
