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Has anyone heard when the new parts will be available at the dealers?
Thank you.
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FYI my other Sienna with sliding doors has seven metal tacks in this piece filling all possible places. That door is power operated while the one with two tacks is not.
No one here claims Siennas are perfect but it's sorta sad you've got nothing better to do. Anyways - you enjoy your tank, we'll enjoy our Toys.
Jasdmw - Agreed except for the ill will.
P.S. Deserves no more comment.
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http://www.alldata.com/TSB/0211_mo.html tahoe
http://www.alldata.com/TSB/026053_en.html sienna
they are links for TSB's for 2002 chevy tahoe and 2002 sienna. check out both and you can see that the tahoe have 24 TSB's for 2002 model while sienna 2002 only have 4 TSB's. it doesnt take a genius to figure out which vehicle is better by just looking at the TSB list. we're only 4months into 2002 and tahoe already have 24 TSB's.
of course this could add later on, but for now - it sure looks like sienna is a winner to me!
as for dardson1, if u got nothing nice to say for sienna owners, then stay away from this board. look at the links before you start bragging about your tahoe. wait for one year and we'll see how well is your tahoe holding up.
Can we get back to the Sienna please? I already ragged on Dardson1 - don't need you guys egging him on. At least he owned one and isn't the usual basher with nothing "real" to base his opinions on.
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alrighty, no more egging on dardson1 and back to sienna stuff
they're not leaking but i just wanted to replace the bruised rubber cap. guess, i'll just wait when i replace my shoes and replace the cylinders at the same time.
I take exception to this statement. This is a Toyota Sienna PROBLEM site! Host, can you please clarify that it IS appropriate to talk about not-so-nice Sienna problems on a PROBLEMS message board?
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1) Drain and fill removes only 5 of about 9 quarts of ATF.
2) Flush claims to remove all ATF, so you get a total "change."
Now, I agree a total flush would seem best. But why wouldn't, say, three drain/fills in 5000 miles be nearly equivalent and a lot less expensive? If anyone argues that there's gunk stuck in the torque converter, wouldn't normal fluid flow wash this gunk into the pan/screen?
Whatever you decide, it IS important to keep your ATF in good condition, IMHO. And dropping the pan after about 60,000 miles should be routine maintenance.
BTW, that oil extractor following the dipstick merely would suck the ATF from your pan, equilvalent to a drain/fill.
the flusher is pressurized. it sucks the fluid out and injects/fills new fluid at the same time. since it's pressurized, it gets rid of any dirt in the line, cooler, etc. much like a blood transfusion. some garage actually uses a cleaning solution and once the flush is done, they fill up with new fluid.
i dont have the proper equipment so i'm letting the dealer do the flush for me. in my opinion, it's worth it to have the flush done. i can't remember the exact numbers, i think it gets done every 48,000kms. check your manual or ask your dealer. you normally do a drain/fill every x-number of miles/kilometers or months and a flush for every x-number of miles/kilometers or months.
strange that you have when u back up and not when you coast to a full stop. anyways, you can try replacing your shoes/pads but it would be a waste of money coz you have plenty left to be used. some people tried other brands of shoes/pads or have the drums/disc machined.
i've had mine since day 1. i usually remove my drums at least twice a year and clean everything and it's good for a few months with no squeals. that's about it.
Works fine now.
I had another problem that just started a little while ago. I was driving on the street, stopped and the engine turned off. I just cranked it up and kept on going. When I got home, turn the engine OFF and cranked it up again...a strange short humming sound comes out after starting the engine...as if , it is taking a deep breath or something to that effect. Anyone with similar experience? Thanks for any opinion or reply.
Has anyone installed such a flushing T on their Sienna? Any problems encountered?
Thanks!
The other day, my 02 Sienna CE was rear-ended. I was stationary with my foot on the brake, waiting to turn a corner, when a 97 Rav 4 bumped my rear. The impact was quite strong, but not enough to do a big damage on my bumper. It held up well and there was only a slight dent on it. I already had the repair done on it by the dealer who informed me that they did not note any serious structural damage on it or the chassis/body, so there was no need to replace it.
I am curious to know if the rear ender might have caused any damage to my tranny, brakes, steering, wheel alignment (my front wheels were positioned to turn) or others.
i dont think there would be any damage to your brakes, steering or wheel alignment unless you hit something in the front (another car, sidewalk, etc.). if you didnt hit anything, chances that something got damaged would be slim.
Steve
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Paul
there are types where you can remove the bolt completely and there are types where the bolt stays and just spins, like u described.
my opinion is that if u can remove the whole filter, then dont worry about the bolt that spins. remove the filter and install new one and torque it down. if u dont have any leaks then - u did it right!
goodluck.
I just noticed a humming noise every time I start the engine. It is more distinct or audible if I just turn the ignition ON. The service guy told me that it is normal noise due to ABS motor. I have not noticed it before, maybe because I always have the radio ON on the start up. Not familiar yet with my vehicle...Is it really a normal noise? Any opinions will be greatly appreciated.
if you stepped on the brakes then start, you wont hear this sound but as soon as you let go of your brake pedal, you will hear it.
that's the problem i'm having: the nut that stays on the fuel line just spins with the filter. when i try to unloosen the filter from the fuel line nut using 2 wrenches working in opposite directions, it gets tight but both nut and filter spin on the fuel line. the dealership tells me it might just be a bum thread but i'm afraid to force it loose for fear of breaking something. should i just "force" it?
paul
i looked at my shop manual and the picture shows that the bolt can be separated from the filter and gas line but it didnt give any instructions of how to change filters. it just shows pictures. there's some kind of washer between bolt and fuel line.
u may wanna check with a local shop again or another dealer and see what they say.
sorry, cant help you very much.
Are you, by any chance a Fil? Just curious, because of the screen name.
i looked at the diagram again for you.
the top union bolt definitely comes off and the fuel filter have a nut welded on the top. so top will go like this: welded nut, washer, fuel line, washer again, u-shape lock for the fuel line and the union bolt on top.
i also looked at my filter just a few mins ago and the bolt on top should definitely come off.
goodluck
bottom of filter also have a welded nut on the filter. unscrew the bottom fuel line and you're all set.
I have BF goodrich on a older camry which look good. I live in a fairly cold climate (ottawa) and want to go with all seasons.
We love the van!!
How do the Michelins handle in the snow and rain?
Very happy with the Mobil 1 10w-30 AND ATF - wish I'd done it sooner like you're considering.
Lets me go 5K without worrying about sludge although I regularly drive lots of highway miles which don't fall into the severe service category.
Enjoy your van!
However, am having difficulty with balance. Seems to be out just a hair, most noticeable above 130KM/Hr. Can feel a slight shake through the steering wheel and the rest of the chassis (seats,etc). Have had them re-balanced twice now and will have it done again next week.
Note that a local tire chain offered these for a better price than Costco. Shop around for the best deal in your area.
PS, this sounds more like general banter than trouble. Should we be posting in the trouble thread or would this be better discussed in the non-trouble thread?
Vol #1 RM871-U1 (Diagnostics ??) or Vol #2 RM871-U2 (Engine, body, chassis ??)
they have one for maintenance, transmission and another one that i cant remember.
my van is a 1999 model and the manual i have covers 1998 to 1999. i cant remember if it covers 2000. i know definitely it doesnt cover 2001 or 2002 coz VVT-i started with 2001 models and my manual doesnt cover VVT-i.
talking to the local tire guy he was saying the original Dunlops rides softer than the X1. I am looking for a tire that will last a while, providing decent traction, quiet comfortable ride. Folks who have X1 could you tell me whether the above statement is true for the X1. I am not looking at performance (aint taking corners at high speed etc...) here].Price quotedwas about $140 installed Can$. thank you.