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Do you feel it is quiet on the Hwy ? I had problems with wind noise in my 07.
Thanks for the update
Here, maybe this one will be better than the current one:
Since I mailed you, I had a software reflash and have proof that the shift flare is still happening. Let me know if you would like these repair orders as well.
shigeru_hayakawa@mail.toyota.co.jp
Though I'm not sure if this is still active.
Thanks again!!!!
The intersting thing is, the service advisor said that the replacement transmission I received in April (per TC002-07) was the same model as the original tranny (meaning there was no fix in it for the shift flare). He said the new one that will be installed tomorrow does have a fix for the shift flare....Hmm....I wonder why there isn't any new TSBs then??
Anyway, once I know the part number of the new tranny, I will post it.
I wonder how much time I have spent on this car with only 4500 miles on it!?!?
Thanks for keeping us informed.
PS I agree whith where is the new TSB?
I took a look at the two TSBs and compared the transaxle assembly part numbers. The part number in TC002-07 (January 07 - Obsolete) and TC007-07 (May 07 - Active) are exactly the same: 30510-33530. So, unless there is a new TSB, it doesn't appear this transmission is revised.
Cars without a CVT MUST upshift/downshift quite often in order to try and match the FE of a CVT equipped vehicle.
Annoying YES!
But regretably for a good "cause".
But maybe 2010....??
And while your 2003 was most likely "just" a 4 speed your 2007 is more likely a 6, or maybe even a 7 speed.
1st/2nd/3rd/3rd+LU/4th/4th+LU/5th+LU(OD)
LU: Torque converter lock-up clutch engaged.
My 2007 LE I4 Camry transmission is fine. Its not badly designed.....it just that some people are having problems. I'd like to know the actual percentage of owners with those problems...too bad there is no way to find out.
Completely wrong. See post 1228 in "Toyota in 2007" Forum. They are UP 3.8%.
About the FE - hard to say whether the transmission is or is not gaining FE, because the weights of the car could be different, coefficient of drag could be different, driving conditions, etc. etc.
Most new automatics are going to shift more (I see other car manufacturers have this complaint as well). That's one of the reasons I have manuals. Honda just came out with the brand new Accord with a regular automatic, not a CVT.
The latest TSB seems to have resolved the hesitation issue.
Sorry you are disappointed!
I had the cruise control problem initially from day one with my early production LE I4, but it was resolved with the first performance TSB. Both the cruise control and hesitiation problems have been resolved completely for what seems like 9 months now, but I am scheduled Monday for oil change and installation of the updated TSB (figure I might as well have the latest software).
The cruise control problem with my vehicle was absolutely horrible initially, so it was very evident when it was resolved with the first TSB. Why it has not resolved your cruise control issue I would have no clue, doesn't make sense to me unless it is also related to other factors or parameters (type/quality of fuel, altitude, rolling friction of tires, some other sensor, who knows......).
Until I realized the Sebring did the same in CC I thought maybe I had a bad case of "nervous foot".
I just took my vehicle into the dealer for its 2,500 mile interval oil and filter service. The Camry now has 17,000+ miles, and it is problem free! I drive it on a daily basis, and I do not have the "transmission issue" that is being described on these boards! The engine is very quiet, and I use 87 octane fuel. On a road trip I get 30mpg with the A/C on! I tend to get better mpg on "name brand fuel" as opposed to "off-brand fuels." Off brand fuels give me only 28mpg on the highway. Something is different in some of the fuels on the market! My servicing dealer is outstanding.
Best regards. ----- Dwayne :shades: :confuse:
Hope your car continues to be problem free.
Chuck
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
Well I just got back from having the latest TSB (EG036-07) applied to my LE-I4, and that is one smooth running vehicle now. As mentioned before, the original TSB (from a year ago) had fixed my cruise control and hesitation issues, but I asked them to do this new update since I was there getting an oil change. I figured since the TSB was available, I'd do it. I drove all the way home @65 on cruise, and it didn't downshift even once. That same stretch would downshift 20-30 times, pre-original TSB mode. City driving shifting and power is flawless.
I know you guys are still having problems with cruise, and I can only speculate that for some reason the dealers didn't get your software TSB loaded correctly. Have either of you been successful in getting the dealer (or a different dealer) to 'reload' the TSB?
My car does not display the "downshift/upshift" while driving. My VIn starts with a J, so it was assembled in Japan. I drive a 2007 LE I4 AT.
A Toyota reps goal is to "minimize" any problem or issue, or try to explain that it is "normal" or non-existent. Basically, if you have a problem it is their job to BS you and tell you there isn't a problem.....not great customer service if you ask me. If you have a problem, then obviously there is a problem. It is a shame and disheartening that they will not try to help you, even if they deny there are any problems.
I will try to answer all the questions in one posting! ---- My Camry was assembled in Japan. (Maybe that has something to do with the way it operates?) I have a unique way of driving this vehicle, so as such, I might be masking the "flare" issue. When I start the engine in the morning, (in warm weather), I let it run for about five minutes before I drive off. I place the trasmission selector in manual 4, and the transmission shift from one to four. (I am riding in city streets where the speed limit is 25 to 30 mph!) When I get the the highway, I place the selector into drive position. When the cold weather arrives, I allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature before I drive off. (I know that this is not suppose to be good for the engine, but I have doing this all my life, and my vehicles never use any oil between oil and filter changes, and the engine and transmission seem to operate better once the engine has warmed up!) I never use cruise control! The traffic in my area is not conducive to the use of this feature! I just hold a steady speed with the accelerator. In terms of the "off brand gas" I have been using EnRite 87 and getting about 28mpg. When I switched to Getty, I went up to 30+mpg on the same trip! I think the additive package is different, in addition to the alcohol content! One thing that I have noticed about my vehicle is that when I want to pass another vehicle on the highway, I get better performance if I press the accelerator slowly, rather than "punching it down". The transmission downshifts, and the vehicle takes off like a "bat out of hell!" I can go from 55 to 70 in seconds. If I "back off slightly on the accelerator," the transmission then upshifts! I hope that I have answered all of your questions.
Best regards! ---------- Dwayne :shades: :confuse:
P.S.
I would love to take this vehicle on the open road to see what it could really do in terms of "top speed"! I believe that this vehicle is very capable of cruising at 100mph without any effort! At 70mph it is like a diesel locomotive on a set of rails! It handles very well at high speed!
Driving out of the service department's parking lot, I heard a grinding or rattling sound coming from the steering column area or floor board (sounded like static on a radio). It was pretty loud and my wife and I were worried that the tranny was going to lock up. I had remembered a TSB where there can be excessive engine noise after a tranny replacement due to a dislodged steering column hold shield at the base of the steering column (EG039-06). So, I will need to bring it back to get that dealt with. Can you believe it? I am sure glad I hadn't paid for this tranny work! Also, I noticed a few small shift flares as my wife and I were trying to figure out what the noise was (but I was sort of distracted so I will need to investigate that further). I am sort of glad that I need to bring it back for the noise because I am hoping that will count as attempt #4...not sure. Lemon Law here we come...Lord willing.
Anyone know what kind of a tranny the Lexus RX350 has? If it were the same as my Tacoma, I would not hesitate to buy it.
Plenty. I just drove an 07 Camry over 600 miles and did not experience any "hesitation" or annoying downshift or upshift with the cruise control on. It works just like my other Camry, the 93, the 97, and so on. I believe you may have never noticed this on the other Camrys you own and just became "aware" of the upshift and downshift with the cruise control after reading these forums. As a matter of fact, this is the best Camry ever made. The ride was smooth and quiet, a/c worked like a charm. It had bluetooth so I paired my phone to it and talked my head off. Next time I'm renting an XLE V6 and try to see this so called "flare up".
Mackabee
Mackabee
says the Toyota salesman
You may have different opinions and different experiences than he has, that certainly makes sense and isn't a problem. But simply dismissing his comments because he is a sales person and therefore implicitly not to be trusted deprives you of some very valuable input.
It just looks differently when somebody is having all sorts of problems with a new Camry and he posts all sorts of flowery praise about it. It's the best Camry ever... I've never heard of any problems like this... Then you find out it is from a Toyota salesman... Sorry, it just looks odd. It looks, well, odd... It may be the gospel truth, but looks odd.
In any case, this is not a discussion about one of our members. Let's get back to the topic here.