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I am having the same issue with my 1996 corolla, although we never got to the point of replacing the solenoid. when I realized that the fuse was blown I replaced it, and for the past three weeks have had to continue to do so.
I spoke with an all asian repair shop ( NOT A DEALER), and they basically told me that there is a short SOMEWHERE (big surprise), between the brake switch and the brake lights themselves. In order to find it the lines have to be thoroughly examined, so that is the point that we are at, when they locate the exact spot, I will post again, and maybe that will help fix your issue. Good luck
I had the same problem and your problem is that your altinator is bad. You need a new altinator. My new problem is that I can not start the darn car. If you do the job yourself don't forget to disconnect the battery. I forgot this and got a spark while taking off the old altinator and once I replaced the new altinator I tried to start the car and It would not start. I just got the battery lite on and nothing. No clicks no sound just blanke. I tried to jump it and still nothing. I hope that helps you.
Anyone have a general idea on cost? Thanks.
thanks carrie
I really appreciate your advice. If I have to take it in for service for the same problem, I won't feel clueless.
Thanks again,
Brokenzippy1
*1998 Corolla with 120K miles
*Was driving in stop & go traffic when smoke suddenly started pouring into passenger cabin.
*Pulled into a parking lot, opened hood and there was an electrical burning smell (along with lots of smoke).
*After the smoke cleared, everything looked OK except for the main wire(s) coming from the positive terminal of the battery... all of the wires that are bundled together and connect to the positive battery terminal are burned and melted.
*Right now, with the battery still connected, the car won't start - and nothing electrical works (even door light).
*If I hook up a starter battery to the car battery, all of the electrical components (windows, radio, horn, locks, lights, etc) WORK - but when I try to start, the engine makes a clicking noise (doesn't turn over).
I think it's an obvious short-circuit that caused the wire bundle to fry. The same bundle that comes from the positive terminal of the battery runs along the bottom of the engine block - I'm thinking the wire broke free of a plastic harness/mount, the insulation melted against the engine block, and a short-circuit occurred.
Ideas? ALSO, does anyone know if changing out the wire bundle that is connected to the positive battery terminal is expensive? I'm hoping the wire was compromised and all I need to do is purchase the same bundle of wires...
Thoughts? Thanks in advance for your help!
I just took my 98 corolla in to have the engine looked at today because it was burning oil like crazy. I currently have to check it every 800-1000 miles. My engine was fine, apparently my car just burns oil. This has been a problem for a couple of years only this past year has been the worst. When i get my oil changed i just buy an extra 5 quart bottle and keep it in my trunk and fill every week the necessary amount.
I've been told there is not much else i can do.
(By the way, just had my timing chain replaced in the spring but that is because it is something that needs replacement every 60-70 k miles).
I am a college student loving my 95 corolla automatic but am having some troubles out of it. One day when I was driving home, my interior lights went out. After I pulled over to make sure my exterior lights were ok, my car would not move out of park. So here I am stuck in a dark parking lot and my car stuck. The only way I got it home is that some man was able to yank the gear into drive. Days later I find out that none of my back light come on. I was advised by some other web site it was my brake light switch, but we tried that and my brake lights still don't come on and I still have to yank my gear out of park. What could be the problem? Has any one else ran into this problem and was able to get it fixed. I love my car and really don't want to get a new one, not to mention I don't have money for a new one. Please help!! :sick:
I have a 2000 Toyota Corolla CE, with 4 Kumho Touring tires of dimensions 185/65/R14 .
Can anyone please tell me what should be the tire pressure, I feel my mileage is going down. Its giving me around 22 miles per gallon.
Thanks in advance.
SK
Just went through this with my 96...
First check your brake light connections. You are going to need to unscrew them from the trunk, and check all bulbs and wires. There was a short in my brake light connection on the passenger side, first bulb in, the wires were fried, and we replaced them with something called a pigtail connector.You are also going to need to replace your 15amp fuse that runs your brake lights, as when there is a short it blows the fuse. This is why the car would not come out of park, there is a safety feature that will not allow you to drive it without brake lights . As a side note, if you are ever in the position that you cannot get it out of park again there is an override button to the right of your shifter, pop the little plastic piece off and push the button in with a screwdriver, and viola ..you can shift into drive.
Hope this helps !!!
I just wanted to know if the engine in a 1995 Corolla has the "Toyota" name embossed on it. I am looking to buy a used one, but i saw that the engine in that car does not have a toyota name or symbol on it. Can some one confirm if the 95 corolla engines have the label on them or not.
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Suresh
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Evan
Can anyone please tell me what should be the tire pressure, I feel my mileage is going down. Its giving me around 22 miles per gallon.
Thanks in advance.
SK
Here's my problem:
My '01 Corolla S has a problem starting after sitting for a while(overnight). Depending how long it's been sitting, it will either do nothing at all when the key is turned, or slowly and lethargically start to crank, then start cranking faster gradually until normal and finally start. The battery has been replaced, the alternator is working, haven't checked the starter.
HERE'S WHERE IT GETS WEIRD -
I discovered some time ago - by mistake - that if I leave the dome light on while the car is parked it will start right up with no problems. I know this makes little or no sense according to all that is logical (you don't generally want to drain your battery to fix a starting problem...) But it works! Anyone ever heard of such a problem? If so, any suggestions?
Thanks.
The opinion of the dealer is a joke so you can dismiss it out of hand. What auto body shop says its ok: your own independently selected shop or some incestuous business relation of the dealers? Keep in mind most dealers are white collar criminals, they lie, they bait and switch on deals, they fail to keep promises and often don't know who you are once they have your money. They have a BAD reputation for a reason and never cut you break. This is all doubly true of used car dealers. If the car is going cheap there is a reason. But if you still want to go ahead and buy a used car that has been in accident ok, but at least find out the answers to some questions. 1. What kind of accident? a fender bender or a frame bender that caused the car to be totaled by an insurance company? - if the frame was bent and then straightened my opinion would be don't buy it - if the car was totaled DON'T buy it under any circumstances. 2. how does this accident affect the manufacturers warranty - if it voids any transferable warranty - don't buy it. Finally, do not take the dealers word on anything. I would strongly recommend you get the VIN number of this vehicle and use one of the online services such as Carfax, to research this cars entire history before you do anything else. P.S. researching any used car in this way is always a good idea.
The upper bolt is located on the other side from the starter. It's under the throttle body. I don't know how easy it is to reach, as I've not had to remove my starter.
You might want to purchase a repair manual if you plan to do other repairs. One is Haynes and costs about $10-15 at advance auto.
Joe.
Can any one help me and show me how to turn off the Maintenance Light??
Thanks.