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Oh and BTW, from a previous post, yes you can defeat the VSC on the Camry, its a secret handshake that does it. :P
Our '92 has the ability to turn TC off and I developed the practice of doing just that each and every time I started it. On the subject of the Prius as an engineer I understand the TC design. Using the brakes for TC would be a poor compromise when you have linear functionality of the synchronous A/C drive system at hand.
Why is TC activating, why has TC activated?
Because there is TOO much drive torque being applied to the driven wheels for the level of trcation available....
So think of TC, first and foremost, as an early warning of roadbed conditions.
Now that TC has activated what is, should be, your next move...??
Try to "feather" the throttle ever so lightly as to get moving forward without breaking through the "traction barrier". Try applying just enough torque to get the vehicle going forward.
Doesn't work...??
Call a tow truck or add traction. Tire chains..??
Most folks with even a minor level of experience driving in wintertime low traction conditions will tell you that disabling TC so as to allow unlimited wheelspin/slip will almost never be of much help. If the slippery "layer" is thin enough that the heat of a spinning tire can break/cut through, then yes. Or if you need to use wheelspin/slip to rock the car back and forth to get unstuck, then again, yes.
But keep in mind that had that Prius TC system allowed you to go "spinning out" across that intersection what would you have done if a quick turning maneuver had been required and then, ONLY THEN, you discovered the poor traction conditions...??
What then...!!
Maybe your experience in driving a first generation Corvair is different.
Also....The OEM tires are undoubtedly selected primarily for low rolling resistance. Someone correct me if I'm mistaken but I suspect that might also mean relatively low traction.
And while I have no exposure to the actual firmware code, the few FWD vehicles I have driven always seem to activate TC even before I had a sense of wheelspin/slip. But in reality it may very well be the tire selection that is making the difference.
Thanks!!!
Took a look at one today, and the only change in the interior I dound is there is now a cover for the holder just below the shifter.
The 2008 Fusion SE I4 I drove was much better to drive, allowing for *gasp* steering feel.
If you want comfy and quiet and don't care about actually DRIVING, get the Toyota. It's the better ride, but not the better drive. If you want a car that you'll actually enjoy driving, the Ford is the better of the two (at least pre-2010) by a long shot.
All non-car factors aside, why would anyone choose a Malibu or Fusion is beyond me, maybe the exterior really clicks for you?
On last Memorial weekend, I bought a 2010 Camry standard 4 cylinders CE from a dealer in Los Angeles area. Just got it couple days, I found that the seat is rocking when in stop and go traffic. I brought it back to the service dept of that dealer and they found that there is welding issue on the seat track. They said that they tried re-welded it, but still having issue. My car is still in the shop and has been there over a week now and it get me so frustrated. I am thinking of calling Toyota USA's customer service to help me resolving this issue.
I would like to know if anyone out there has experience Toyota's quality issue like me.
I am kind of regrat that I did not get a Accord instead.
So you have a 2010 2.5 manual tranny - how do you like it otherwise? I have a 2007 2.4 manual.
I am still waiting for their call back about the driver seat fix. I am not sure if I should call Toyota on pushing for replacing a new seat for me.
See you there!
Chris
in addition to the engine, the transmission is changed, and VSC is now standard.
Any idea if/when this will extend to the South East?
The dealer replaced the driver seat frame. It works very well and the seat has no more clicking when driving.
So far, the car is smooth and its power is adequate to me even my whole family in it (4 people). I think the 6 speed transmission did help to smooth out the engine a bit.
I never drove a 2009 model before therefore I can't tell which model year is better.
Interior is not that great, pretty much everything are plastics. I feel a rough edge on the door handle plastics. The air vent is pretty noisy when the fan is on high setting.
Overall, I am satisfy with the purchase.
I paid invoice and got the special financing from Toyota.
I hope my review will help you.
tia,
Chris
I'd recommend parking away from other cars or using end spaces, where you can park close to the edge away from the next car. My 11-year-old Nissan Frontier is almost dent-free by using these methods.
(ask me how I know, I dare you!) :sick:
FWIW, I have two Camrys, a 2004 and a 2005. Both have the same 2.4-cylinder engine, but the older one has a 4-speed auto and the latter has a 5-speed. The overall "grand average" gas mileage on the newer one is 25.8 mpg, starting from day one (the car now has 39K miles). The older one has an overall average of 28.0 since about 29K miles (it now has 62K miles). The difference is the older one is driven longer distances every day.
I just purchased a 2010 Camry XLE w/ the 4 cylinder engine. I always do my own oil changes but am having trouble finding the oil filter wrench for the new 2.5 engine that uses the disposable element filter. The dealer says it's $70+ for the "Toyota special tool" Anybody out there have an alternate source and specs on what size it is. TIA :confuse:
tia,
Chris
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Chris
tia,
Chris
Has this problem been corrected in the 2010 version?
Does the 2010 actually have a Slip Control / Traction Control switch that can turn SC/TC off and what is the effect on the throttle response?
Are three any of the transmission issues that plagued the 2007 version?
This is a great forum, thanks in advance for replies.
Not to besmirch the Camry too much, but the Fusion happens to be a very hot competitor now. Give it a look, you may be pleasantly surprised, I know I was.