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I am thinking to replace this Sienna with new Sienna for the last 2 years, but it just keep going and going. I am also little afraid because I commute 70 miles on each working day. I will appreciate any suggestion.
Thanks
only things I can think of that you did not mention is repacking the rear wheel bearings. Also you did not mention transmission filter/oil change or flush. Do not know which is best.
I have 90K on our 2002 Sienna van, it has been a great van, only problem has been noisy rear brakes.
I understand if you complained enough, they would have replaced the rear brake drums with a heavier drum that solves the problem.
I would buy another one!!!!
Yes, I also have rear brake sound problem. Do you think they have resolved this issue with new model Sienna.
My wife wants me to get the replacement brake drums if we decide to keep the van.
What do you mean? I rplaced front passenger oil bearings at 240K.
new drums were $300 installed.
In manual, it never saids when to change trans oil for std. use. For heavy service towing etc: change every 30K. I changed my at 60K and plan on changing again at 120K.
Hope this takes care of trans.
I am getting letters/postcards in the mail and calls from multiple organizations offering extended warranties. Has anyone bought one before from United Warranty Wholesalers or Warranty Activation Headquaters?
I have read that Warranty Direct also offers them?
Lastly, can any dealer sell it - even if you didnt buy the car from them? Which dealer do you reccomend?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks!
can I just suck out old fluid and replace.
Wonder how dealership does this, possible unhook a pump line and pump the old fluid out?
Sincerely,
During this winter especially when the temp is < 40F the steering gets very hard until the car warms up for 2-3 minutes. It's harder than the manual steering and very noticeable when I try to take out the car from parallel parker i.e. when I try to steer from extreme right to left and shift from reverse to forward.
Dealer says this is normal for Sienna and recommended warming the van for 2-3 minutes before driving but I didn't notice this problem during last winter.
Also, I used to get the airbag sign turn on after leaving the van out in the sun during summer but it went off after 3-4 months automatically.
Any suggestion?
TIA
Thank you
I am bringing my 2005 Sienna mini-van in for 30,000 mile service. I'm noticing the dealer schedule includes many things the manufacturer schedule does not. I know I've read this is a big scam that dealerships do to make extra money.
Here are some of the items:
Automatic Transmission Flush and Fill. The manual just says check this fluid.
Differential Service-manual says for 4WD and manual trransmissions
Brake Fluid Change-manual says INSPECT brake lines and hoses
How often do these fluids really need to be replaced if the manual just says to inspect them. This will add $300 to the service.
30k is a bit early, I think you can easily go to 60k and still be covered by your warranty.
BTW, I had the tires rotated the first time on my 2006 Sienna yesterday at 19,851 miles. Based on wear measurements, 40,000 miles is the expected maximum on the OEM tires compared to 55,000 miles on the 2002 Chrysler T&C OEM tires.
I am 100 % satisfied with my Toyota dealer service department. Quick, reliable, NO-pressure service.
I did need to replace my power steering and generator belts, though, after experiencing noise from my generator. New belts, no noises. Easy to do yourself.
Also, I do not think the manual says anything about how often to do an alignement. It seems the dealers regularly suggest an alignment.
Is the $100+ dealer coolant change worth it?
Or is it just as good to empty the radiator and refill every year?
Thanks!
I don't know about the Toyota longlife coolant but the GM ones were giving people lots of problems and it was advisable to change it before the recommended 90K. I just did mine at 45K.
Look under Autos - Upholstery in your yellow pages.
Four hundred smacks seems like a lot.
MPG: This car gets 15 mpg city. Spozed to be 19 according to specs. My 99 Sienna would get me from Indy to South Haven on one tank of gas. Ideas?
For example, carpet floor mats were included in my purchase, but I heard WeatherTech all-weather mats are great. Should I spend about $150 on these mats to keep the van cleaner year round? I do have 3 young boys. But, I'm not sure if these high-end mats are worth it.
And, what about a cargo liner, side window deflectors, sunroof deflector, etc? Do you feel it's worth it to get these things? Anything else? Do you recommend any specific brands or stores to get the products?
Thanks for any input.
Where they Iridium or some premium brand or something?
I have a 2000 Sienna. My dealer told me that Toyota doesn't recommend transmission flush. He also said I don't need to change transmission oil filter. What I need is simply to drain the old oil and then refill. Is it true? If so, is it difficult to change the oil by myself? Your help is much appreciated.
JD
Thank you
Regards
Charlie
Chain from 2007 onward.
Not sure of the interval because I have an 07 with a chain.
I recommend that, too.
use a 10 mm socket to remove the coil.be careful not to loose the rubber gromet.Before you loosen the coil remove the wire harnes.There is alittle clip on the wire harnes.you need to press on the clip while pulling to unlock it. once you remove the coil and stem use a spark plug socket by inserting the socket and extention first then the rachet.
You could do two plugs from the right side, the third one you need to access from the left.There is a little hose on top of the left side plug, you could pull it up and move to the side.Same with the ground wire behind. let me know how you make it.
The vehicle runs good but, I was thinking about getting a Transmission Fluid change and Timing belt work done. The quotes here run at $650+Tax for Timing belt and $80+Tax for Transmission fluid change. Transmission fluid flush costs $165+Tax.
I see than some of you have mentioned Timing Belt can wait until 90,000 Miles. What do you say about 2002 model. Its 7 years old. And also can you advice if Transmission fluid drain and fill is sufficient or should I get a Transmission flush done.
I don't have much knowledge on these. Any advices welcome.
TIA
Also, what does it say about age? The van is 7 years old. So if they say 7 years or 90k miles, you're still due.