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They said I didn't need to replace them yet (I didn't), but I was wondering how much longer they would last. I am under the impression that rear brakes last much longer than front brakes, but was hoping for some insight on how much longer the rears would last.
Any info would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Is he blowing smoke, or is he correct?
It didn't said right to me.
The last time the fuel filter needed to be replaced on a Corolla was a 1997 model or earlier.
Please check your owner's manual maintenance supplement- it will tell you what needs to be done and when. Then you can show the mechanic that 98 and newer do not need fuel filter changed. The 97's fuel filters are under the hood, on the firewall driver's side. The '98 and newer are in the fuel tank.
The alternator should be checked for proper output, but it could be something else, like a loose wire or bad fuse, etc. etc. They would not check this in a normal tune-up. Does the battery light go on and off intermittently? How often?
What transmission do you have?
I do my own oil changes...takes all of 10 minutes on a Corolla...and am putting in Mobil 1 5W30. What interval is good? Historically I have been a 3k miles kind of guy but if it doesn't make sense I won't do it...and driving conditions here are not particularly severe though summers can be hot. But understand that with one daughter in college who will graduate next year then will pursue her master's and another daughter starting college next fall...we plan on keeping this thing for a v-e-r-y long time. Which is a major impactor on why we chose the Corolla in the first place. Also be aware that my wife is Korean-American and some stereotypes do hold true to some degree...such as driving habits. Riding with her is like going on a carnival ride. No accidents though...
Check out one of the several synthetic oil chat boards. I think you'll find M1 people changing oil at 10k or more.
When I bought my '05, it came with "free" oil changes every 5k to 20k. All of them have been with M1 provided by me. Now that I'm at 20k with no more free service every 5k, I'm switching to every 10k still with M1. But that's just me. BTW at 10k OCI's, I plan to keep it 10 years, too.
Please elaborate.
I'd put regular oil back in it at the next change, run it for one cycle, then go back to M1 from then on. Nothing to fret over.
How much did they charge for the new MAF sensor? What year is your Corolla and how many miles are on it?
So should I stick to this Synthetics oil or should I switch to other cheaper brands.
Most of my milage will be local and I'm living mid-west.
Thank you
I don't know anything about the fuel injector or induction flush. Ask over at Corolland
Just read your info about Check Engine Light on, My car, 2001 Toyota Corolla with 53000km. get three error code, P0440-EVAP control Sys; P0441-EVAP Sys Purgeflow low; P0446-EVAP vent solenoid pro; These three code get back again and again after I reset each time.
Do you think I should replace the gas cap? it looks nothing wrong with it. BTW, I am going to take E-test soon. Is that will be ok if I just replace the gas cap? I am new driver. Thanks for your advice.
Derek
For that type of driving, any 5W30 oil with API: SL or SM certification should be good for 5000 miler OR (important) 6 months.
If you towed, raced, or lived in arctics my advice would be different. Enjoy your new car!
Question: what is it and is it necessary if I am just leasing the car? Thanks.
Seriously - do you mean sweat, like perspiration smell or sweet, like sugar or candy?
Sweat smell is likely just from dust and dampness in the ductwork which may include junk laying in the bottom of the evaporator coil tray - that's where the A/C water collects and runs out. If there is junk in it, it will hold water and start smelling musty. It could also be due to a windshield leak that you don't know about yet.
Sweet smell is a coolant leak - hose connection, heater core, etc.
Sweet = coolant = operational problem = fix it now.
Sweat = musty junk = no problem other than allergy = no rush.
Thanks!