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When it starts blowing cool, crank the temperature up all the way. As long as it starts blowing hot air, all is fine.
If you don't like auto mode, just crank the temp and adjust the blower speed manually.
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
My complaint is that the remote works from about 2-3 cars away. NO amount of dealer changes has fixed this. Toyota refunded my $500 remote start cost since it won't work. I called Toyota's main US office and they said the average distance is 'up to 75 feet, less if there is interference'. WHAT? The dealer said it would be as little as 25'. What's the use of a remote starter if I have to be standing beside the car and still not be able to start? Then when the door is opened, the engine stops. VERY disappointed in the remote distance. On my 3rd set of remotes and each set has been worse.
I seen a 2013 Avalon go down the road the other day. There seems to be a big difference in the size of the cars. For me, the 2013 simply does do it for me.
Your the first person I heard of getting stranded. I hope this never happens to me, especially since I don't walk that good. I think, I'll buy an extra battery to get prepared. My wife usually goes with me most places though. It's very doubtful this will happen to both of us at the same time. ???
Thanks for sharing,
I might have to read it soon because I can't figure out how to add a number to the bluetooth or bluephone. Anyway the phone that comes through the radio. A little tricky. Usually I can figure most anything out.
I continue to be impressed with the ride and profomance of the 2011 Avalon. I've seen more TV ad's on this years Avalon than I have on the 2011, or the 2012's, so I assume sales are down.
They should have NEVER EVER went smaller on this type car. No way! I have 23 thousand miles and hanging on to it as long as I can. UNLESS someone wants to give me that 32 thousand I asked some time back. I'm so glad now I bought the extended warranty.
NOTE- Batteries can also have a brief revival if you rub the contacts with a pencil eraser. I never touch the terminals on any battery so I won't transfer hand oil to the battery.
I had a buzzing/rattle in my center dash. When I mentioned it to service, they knew exactly what it was and padded something that rattled. A little over a year later, I'm out of warranty, and the noise is back.
I went out to dinner, car had started perfectly. Had dinner, went to start car......nothing!!!!!!!! Thank heavens for cell phones, called my Toyota dealer.......whew, service was still there, after 6 p.m..
Told them my problem, ..... His answer "hold FOB, ON THE START BUTTON, push button, with other hand.......IT WORKED!!!!!!!!!
Drove home.....took FOB apart, simple, called Walmart to see if they had the following number:
CR1632.....came in a 2 pak, $7.00+ tax, replaced.....everything is normal.
OH, for the person that made the comment on "It should have a RED LIGHT to warn you"....IT DOES!!!!!!
I am curious, how are your tires? If you bought any and what kind of tire have you bought, or will you buy? I know different parts of the region people buy different kind of tires. I'm South, wayyyyyyyyy South, NOT Florida but almost.
Also, have you replaced any filters? I'm sure you've done that. Inside filter is mainly what I'm asking about. What part of the country do you live in? 27 MPG is excellent for a 36 hundred pound car and that's dry weight. I think you'll agree with that.
Thanks for sharing, gramz.
Yes, I replaced the cabin filter and it's a real simple task and the manual gives you good instruction.
I live in SD for 8 months and get a lot of road miles on the car. I spend 4 months in AZ and this is mostly city driving. I think 27 MPG is outstanding.
I also replace my own air filter as I've had some bad experiences with the dealer doing this.
I had it in my mind to trade this year but with the comments about a smaller interior I've decided to put at least another 50k on this one if everything stays running as it should.
At that time we made a lot of trips for treatments. We had a smaller car, a Mazda. This was a good car but the ride was rough and jerked us around a lot. I'm amazed both cars, the much smaller Mazda and the Avalon get pretty close to the same MPG.
Any updates you give will help us on your Avalon will be appreciated. I plan to change the cabin filter soon and the filter on the motor also. I won't do it but I have a friend who will. I know it's probably simple but I have a VERY bad back and it's hard to even bind.
Like you, because they made the car smaller on the inside I do not wish to upgrade to a 2013 model. Especially since other people note the 2913 ride is more ridged. I'm really glad now I bought the extended warranty (8 years or 100,00 miles) so this gives me peace of mind on the electronics playing out or any of the other expensive electronics in the car going bad.
Really I've had no problems except for a poping in the steering column which was fixed by the dealer. It did take time to find the problem. The poping was hard to dublicate.
I've owned a lot of cars, this year of Avalon is by far one of the best. I'm guessing the 2010 was much like the 2011. I know the 2011 model is just like the 2012. Like I stated earlier in my post, I just turned 24 thousand miles on my car and plan to keep it. Plus it's stored all the time in my garage. Again thanks for sharing and please continue to share anything that you feel we should know.
We actually thought about trading it, until we found out the car is smaller. I like a big car.
Usually Toyota cars do what they claim. I can't speak for the Ford's. I am VERY CURIOUS what your 2013 milage will be, so again keep us updated.
You know the MPG of the 2011, so it's not the best in the world but good for that big car.
Thanks, from Ga.
I'd hold on and look for another 2011 or 2012 to buy privately. There will be plenty of them in the next few years, plus, since you mentioned price, your car has the great virtue of being paid for.
Honestly though, it's best to keep your car. I personally would not buy a new 2013 Avalon. I like large cars and the 2011/ 2012 are plenty big enough for me. Other than size and the ride not being as good I haven't heard anything negative about a 2013. The ride IS VERY important for me.
It's hard to say that 28 thousand is NOT a fair price. The price of cars always depends on the part of the country you live in. In this area, I think 28 would be a fair price although I personally have not price any older Alvalon's.
Plus I assume your car is paid for. I tell you, this means a lot. I agree with the fellow above me. Shop around IF you have to have one but it seems you have a lot more life in your old car.
Hope this helps,
The back up camera is very nice and honestly, I think it should be standard on all cars. Another safety item.
I am told the seats are harder riding than the older Avalon's such as your 2005 but I learn this only by reading the post of other owners. Check back on this blog and perhaps you can find where someone posted notes about the comfort of the seats on the 2011 compared to the older models.
Again location is the best pricing guide. I haven't been in the car business for many many years. I assume they still use NADA books and like I said supply and demand has a lot to do with pricing. Also location. In this area, a 2011 Avalon would probably get sold pretty quick, if it was a clean car. At least I assume it would. Cars/trucks do sell higher here in this area.
Hope this helps,
I traded my 06 Limited last year for a new 2011 Limited leftover. I traded for all the reasons you have stated. My 06 had 86,000 miles. I just retired, so I wanted my retirement car. Well, it has been a year now and I like everything about the 2011 EXCEPT the seats are NOT as comfortable as my broken in 06.
It is nice to have no maintenance costs and everything is under warranty as the 06 was starting to need replacing and repairs. Even though I saved 6K off the 40K sticker of the 2011, I could have made a lot of repairs on the 06 for the 10K I have lost in depreciation. Unfortunately, I am already looking at other alternatives with more comfortable seats. I did NOT like the seats in the 2013 any better than my 2011,so I am considering leaving Toyota after 3 Avalons.
Anyway, if you do go for a lower mileage 2011, you should be able to get a used one all day for 25-28K depending on mileage and condition. Otherwise, keep your 05 as 59,000 miles is still low mileage.
good luck
I bought a RAV4 V6 Sport with under 7,000 miles. Definitely a step down in the luxury department, but it's comfortable and super-fast, plus I can fit some larger items in the back in spite of the right-hinged rear door.
If I can convince my wife to give up her TSX, I'll still be in the market for a 2011 or 2012 Avalon, otherwise the next car will probably be an Accord hybrid.
Good luck to all you retirees! I'm old enough to retire but plan to work less and less forever and buy many more cars before my time is up.
Long ago post indicated the new Honda Accord is about the same size as to interior volume and trunk space as the new 2013 Avalon... and it costs 30k with Nav, some 9k below the Limited. Not as sharp on the outside as an Avy, I agree. And the interior storage space is a little less. But if those are not critical, Honda is now a tough competitor for the Avalon.
- Trunk opening is smaller (I deliver a lot of the car & travel a lot / Luggage)
- Back Seat Space
- NO reclining Back Seats
- Width of inside (if not smaller, sure seems like it is)
And some of these things make for a less comfortable ride
- Tech Package - Great!
- Quieter Wipers - Great!
- Over-all looks of the car - Great!
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Your reasons are the main reasons I bought an Avalon to start with. I have 50K on it now and guess I'm stuck with it for a few years as I don't know what I could replace it with. I had planned on trading this year, but I don't want to give up the space.