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I bought the car new. The car and transmission was perfectly maintained at the dealer ship the whole time. I even bought the extra cooler for the transmission, even though I never towed with the van.
After reading other comments, it looks like other owners have been experiencing the same thing. All I am asking of Toyota is have they found a generic problem, and are they going to fix it on future models?
Good luck.
I know that some systems require tuning the radio to a particular FM station in order to hear the DVD through the sound system, but with the integrated Navigation system, there is a separate mode for the DVD.
I have just purchased a 2004 Sienna. On the second day of driving, a thumping noise and vibration have developed. This thumping is directly correlated with the speed of the vehicle. The dealer said it is probably because the steel belt on the front tire(s) (they are Dunlop SP4000 tires) have deformed from sitting too long in one position from storage. However, if this was the case, then why didn't I feel this thumping on the first day of driving? I didn't think the 2004 Sienna would have to be stored very long before being sold.
Has anyone experienced this problem?
Is the dealer correct?
Thanks in advance.
Anyone experienced this ? Not talked to the dealer yet.
Thanks.
Regards,
Dusty
With regards 2 post 2707, I have not heard a humming noise on decelleration & would suggest checking with dealer but 1st make sure it is not a wind noise or other outside noise.
Post 2708.....yes, I have had the same problem & found it 2 B caused by my clumsy fingers hitting the satilite stereo controls on the steering wheel. I found that by turning the volume down when I turn the stereo off I can keep myself from being ejected thru the sunroof when it happens.
Like anything new, it takes a little getting used 2.
No adhesives - using a strong magnet means that it will stay on the plate of it's own accord. That's why the solution is to use a magnet; it is simpler than trying to epoxy a piece of sheet steel to the backing plate.
Remember that this is a forum where people with problems post. There is not really a place to post whenever there are no problems, nor is it human nature to do so. These boards are not a substitute for scientifically conducted surveys. For example, my '98 Sienna has had no transmission problems, my wife's cousins who both have Siennas have had no such problems, our friend who has one (bought it on our recommendation) has not had any such problems, so my "survey" shows an 100% reliability rate on Sienna transmissions. Doesn't really mean much does it?
Other makes of minivans, especially Chryslers, have had significantly more transmission problems. Read published (print and online)reviews by respected/established auto publications, check out Consumer Reports, and check out the boards for the other minivans (or for any vehicle) before you jump to the conclusion that a certain make or model has a particular problem.
Good luck!
--K9Leader
1998 Toyota Sienna LE (wife's ride - 92K and no transmission problems)
2000 Subaru Outback Ltd (my daily driver - 42K and no transmission problems)
1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (semi-retired fun car - 104K and many transmission problems)
I could probably send you a generic digital photo of the magnet trick. But I'll need an e-mail address to do so.
The messages from the 2004+ discussion will be added on to where this discussion - Toyota Sienna Owners: Problems & Solutions - leaves off. Unfortunately, we don't have a way to make the messages "mesh" together by date. So, if you get to this discussion and see some older dates after this post, you will know the merge has taken place.
The final discussion will be called "Toyota Sienna Owners: Problems & Solutions" and will be accessible from Owner's Club, Vans and M&R message boards.
Excuse me for stating the obvious. We have the rear heat in our car also. Ours is a 2001 model. Does your model have the set of controls located in second row seat area at the top of the sliding door frame(d.s.). If so, set the thing to heat in order for anything to come out of the vents under the front seats. So try checking your rear switch?
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Plus the long time Sienna owners have plenty of accumulated knowledge that the new Toy owners may not have picked up on yet. (that was my personal experience when I got a new generation van but read the old problem board).
Steve, Host
Aftermarket overhead consoles will likely cause you problems in this area. I was looking at various headrest style systems when it seemed that local dealers would not be able to find my pkg 16 xle, and liked what I saw. However, I finally was able to get the factory system in a pkg 16 configuration (just brought it home two hours ago), and am looking forward to getting use out of it along with the included 115v outlets and game input.
The headrest systems can be done very well, and can be cheaper at other places (like Best Buy, Tweeter, etc.) than at your dealer. Getting them at BB or Tweeter should get you a lifetime warranty on the install (the equipment itself will probably have a shorter warranty). If you can't get a factory system, I would go with the headrest style. One benefit of the headrest system is that you can have two 7" screens instead of one for nearly the same price. If you work with the installers, they can set it up so you can have dual source inputs as well, allowing one screen to play a video game and the other to watch a movie if you desired.
It sounds like your DVD was installed at the factory. Do you know if there is any difference between a DVD installed at the factory and a DVD installed at the "port"?
The differences between factory and aftermarket systems that I've seen mentioned here and in one or two other places include the two 115v (household) outlets, FM modulation (tuning your radio to a certain freq for the aftermarket system audio), and aux inputs for plugging in a game console or audio source. You can get your aftermarket system customized to allow for just about anything (and more) that the factory system can provide as installers are pretty creative, but keep an eye on the costs.
This is how it works in my locality, and I'd confirm with your dealer(s) what any differences there may be between port-installed, aftermarket, and factory systems. Good luck.
Any idea why the frost is developing and what I can do to prevent this from happening?
Thanks very much. Marsh
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Just a guess.
I would appreciate a pic of those magnets installed.
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1.remove rear brake shoes
2.locate the contact points on the backing plate
(where the shoe hits the backing plate)
3.see how it is checkred grind it down till smooth and lube use nissan gold break grease between the plate and shoe
4.sand sharp edges of shoes a little
5.reassemble rear brakes
6.machine rear drums
7.install rear drums
8.adjust brakes
9.road test