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2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
Any help please
At 13.5 you are within 10% of the city rating on this thing, so it is in the range, it is just that the range is low. Did you get the V-8 because you tow?
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
Yes, I wish I got better mileage. But an extra $1,000 per year won't kill me and my old GTI wouldn't get very far up the beach at Cape Pogue
Let's assume the following:
- you drive 15,000 miles per year
- V8 gets 17 mpg
- V6 gets 19 mpg.
That gives you 882 gallons per year for the V8 (15000 / 17) and 789 gallons for the V6, or a difference of 93 gallons per year. Assuming a cost of $2.50 per gallon, the gas for the V8 will cost $2206 per year. Gas for the V6 will cost $1974 per year. That's a difference of $232 per year or about $4 per week.
$4 a week? That's what people are hyperventilating about? I don't get it.
Jeff, the adaptive throttle is merely designed to match your driving style - it shouldn't use more or less gas. Gas consumption is dependent on your driving habits (city, highway, stop and go) and style (jackrabbit starts vs "smoothing it out") mostly.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
- accelerate slowly, no jackrabbit starts
- drive slower on the highway (65 not 75)
- make sure your tires are property inflated.
You know, I always thought the display looked kind of cheap compared to the other controls for some reason, know I know why.
And my wife thinks nothing good comes of my 4Runner obsession.
I hate this kind of problem: hard to duplicate and then hard to diagnose even when it IS doing it. My sympathies. :-/
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
That is it exactly. Just a bit disconcerting as in my 40yrs never had any car produce this feeling when stopping.
Thanks
I don't know if I'll keep this vehicle past the day the extended warranty expires. To date, it's seen the service department 4 times for things other than normal maintenance. My last vehicle, a Chevy, never saw the dealer for a repair til 33,000 miles. Oh well.
My dealers tech support said the oil pressure switch is suspect, although the diagnostic code pointed to the ECU. Hard to believe an oil pressure switch is causing the ABS and VSC systems to fail. I'm waiting to hear there's a nut loose behind the wheel. Part won't arrive for 2 more days. I'd be amazed if this is the fix.
I checked all the fuses and everything seemed in working order. Any ideas before I head back to the dealership? It is under the Certified Toyota Warranty still, but of course, it does not cover things like this. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated thanks...
-Tod
Thanks...
-Tod
I suggest looking back at message #777 for some starter information. As far as disconnecting the battery, all you end up losing is your presents on the radio and you have to reset your clock. Past that, no problems. Also, no problem with auto-theft protection.
On the other hand, take a look under the hood & see if it looks like something you want to burn half a day or more on, provided you got the right tools, especially for the plugs. I’d pay someone to do the fuel filter if there is one to do. Myself, I no longer work on my current vehicles as they’re getting too complicated. Be careful of foot pounds and foot inches if you torque anything. You'll save yourself big $$$ obviously. Also consult your owners manual for recommended maintenance. If you still got problems, then take it to the dealer or a shop specializing in Toy's. Good luck.
The technician said it was normal. I'm still unsatisfy with the answer. There is something fishy with the brake system. I just can't figure it out.
I find also that in stop and go traffic, sometimes when I release the brakes, I'll get a clunk as if the calipers are letting off too quick. It almost feels as if I've been rear ended by another car.
I'm wordering if anyone else out there have notice this.
In any case, the fact that other have my problem indicates I'm not special. That is a good thing I think?
Never had any pulsing of the brakes, in fact, they are the best of any truck I have ever had. Got 80,000 km on 2003 4runner same pad and rotors and no vibrations.
The only big vibration problem I encountered was the Dunlop tires, pure junk. Usually out of round and you can feel this on highway speeds above 80 km or so. In fact on the ten tires with my two -2003 4 runners, I think 5 were out and could not be balanced. On my new 2005, I made sure it had the Michelins, and boy, what a difference! Vehicle is eerily silent up to 160 km/ hr so far.
Polartoy
Tried contacting several dealers and got varying answers. Please help!!
THANKS!!!
If my 4Runner sits for about 24 hours or longer then I have this problem. If I am running errands I don't have this problem.
I start the engine. It starts fine. Even while not in gear I can tell when the engine is running rough. When I start driving it is a rough ride. But after about 1/10 mile it stops and runs just fine.
I've just had all the wires and plugs replaced. The mechanics tested the fuel injectors and they are all working in spec. The mechanic even replaced one that was close to being out of spec, but the problem is still occurring.
What are other things I should have the mechanic check? (I am clueless when it comes to vehicles - and I'm beginning to think my mechanic is too!)
Thanks,
Julie
RPMS go from 1000 to 250 when I start braking, then jump right back to 1000 again when fully stopped. During these few seconds the power brakes and air conditioner malfunction
and I've smashed a bumper or two because of this malfunction.
Mechanics tried everything (so they say) but no one has been able to pinpoint
the problem. I'm guessing it might be the knock sensor. Anyone has some ideas?
HELP!!!!!!!!
juliennb: you mean it hesitates like crazy for a second then gets going strong? I would check the condition of the "snorkel" feeding air to the FI. If it is cracked (a common problem), then when you take off and the body flexes, it allows the intake to flood with air which causes the computer to go crazy trying to compensate, and you get all kinds of driveability problems. Once you are moving along in a steady state, the crack closes and it returns to running normally. Check that the large rubber piece feeding air to the FI has no leaks and is making a snug tight connection. Those things crack all the time.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
This is my very first post, so bear with me...Ok, we have an sr5 (2003, automatic v8) and while it has alot of fine features, you do know that the "warning (buzzer) for headlights left on" was omitted in design. We do not have the delayed automatic shut-off -- so the potential dead-battery for any absent-minded driver/operator goof is there. Well, when Toyota did their customer survey, we cited this; i see that others (car analysts) reflected on this in the initial release....we didn't notice this until later in the ownership cycle...just expected this sort of basic feature it would be there....
BUT, but what to do...are there any work-arounds, mods that are worthwhile (eg, w/o "unintended consequences" worse that this annoyance). Thanks in advance for any help, insight, etc.
Thanks
My dealer told me to get off the Internet and spend my time doing better things. The buzzing does bug me. I don't care how heavy the car is. There are alot heavier things on the road than my 4runner.
In any case thanks for the info. I think everyone is in agreement it is this hi-tech Brake Booster System. I still prefer the lo-tech design that I have in my Highlander.
If this works, I'll have to tell the dealer I got the info off the Internet. The dealer thinks these chat pages are people looking for imaginary problems to [non-permissible content removed] about.
That's odd some people have the buzz and others don't. It is noticeable. I'm wondering if there is something that can be adjusted. I'm actually hoping the brake system falls apart, so I can say "I told you so". I better not think this, my brake might actually give out.
As far as tires, I think I lucked out. The dealer was surprise to see Michilens on my 04 when I picked it up. I couldn't figure why. I've always had good luck with Michlens on any vehicle.
What is your thoughts of Winter Tires for a 4Runner. Are all seasons aggressive enough.
to 1200 so it only goes down to 700 for a few secs. and this keeps the brakes working. I already scanned it and no code showed up. Please let me know if you find something out before I go ahead and buy that new knock sensor by pure guessing. Thank you. Alfed5 :sick:
TO: juliennb:
Yeah buddy, the "snorkel" was a bit cracked and I replaced it for a new one (88 bucks). It didn't solve the problem. I appreciate very much your good intent to help me. I'm open for more suggestions before investing again on my guessing. Please help.
Alfed5 : :sick: