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-Josh
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Desperate for some answers.
My 2001 SR5 4WD (80,000 miles) started showing the following symptoms: High pitched whining noise when in Drive (forward or reverse) (this sound does not occur in Park or Neutral). Also some clunking noise when Reverse is engaged from Park. Also note for about six months, truck would not move right after pressing the gas when Reverse was engaged (about a second delay before vehicle started moving).
Took it to the dealer who services the vehicle and the outcome: Internal transmission problem, recommend replacing with factory rebuilt transmission. Cost $4,000.
Was not really expecting to spend such serious $s so early on a Toyota. So still trying to absorb the news.
Questions/recommendations requested:
- Was my confidence on Toyota quality misplaced ? ;-)
- Anyone else seen similar symptoms and what was the outcome?
- the reason quoted to replace the transmission was fixing it would cost about the same and not assure as good results. Should fixing it be pursued?
- Any suggestions for a reliable independent shop in Metro Nothwest Boston?
- The truck is due other repairs (brakes - still original, timing belt, AC etc). So I am starting to wonder how much money to sink). Too bad I just missed the cash for clunkers program.....
Thanks in advance for your help !!
I am looking at an '06 Sport that is a V8, 4WD with 51k miles. I am looking at Toyota having had a Tahoe for the last 9 years and wanting to avoid costly tranny repairs and do at least a little better on the gas mileage, and still have an SUV that I can use for towing a 19' boat and some light off-roading, as well as drive to work every day.
I was told by some dealer (in error, typical) that the V8 version has a 2WD/4WD-H/4WD-L option like my Tahoe...this is not the case. The V8s only come in 4WD so you can only switch it from 4WD-H to 4WD-L. That info immediately set of alarm bells in my brain. ("DANGER-Transmission problems!")
My questions are, from experience:
1. Is Toyota so much better at building quality stuff that the truck being in 4WD all the time won't be a higher risk for tranny problems?
2. What kind of gas mileage can I expect with a V8 4WD? B/C I know what I can expect from an American 4WD V8 and it is NOT pretty.
I'm still thinking 4Runner but thinking that a V6, 2WD/4WD-H/4WD-L would be a better option b/c the off-roading and towing will not happen very often and most of the time I'll be on 5.5 hour road trips or driving to and from work.
If any one can know what going on with my 4runner ? V6 3.0 4X4 .Don't have power,when go up in the hill feel like I pull trailer,and start going on high RPM,it's get 4000 RPM to go 50 mph.Don't know if it's motor or it's transmission.Thank you!
I asked to be informed when they found a cure and was told that I would have to check in periodically because they don't send out service bulletins ! ! I asked if it would have a lifetime warrantee since they admit it's a problem of their making and they have been aware of the problem, that went over like a concrete turd....Please let me know if you have heard anything else to resolve this on your end.
If you find out any additional info. please let me know. Thanks
As for MPG's, I get over 19 on the highway (cruising at 80 mph), about 16 local and about 17.5 mixed; all with a bit of a heavy foot.
Thank you for the suggestion. I've had a sick feeling in my stomach since paying that much money and having two dealerships tell me "it's common" and "nothing we can do".
The other issue which is annoying is a vibration between 55 and 70 mph. Can you offer a solution for this one? I've had the wheels balanced already.
Thanks,
Let's us know if you try it and what the results are.
The "bumping" drove me nuts as well, and I was surprised that the solution was so simple.
Ken
I took someone's advise and asked a dealership to lube the SlipJoint. They removed the existing grease and filled/packed it with a blue synthetic grease that is supposed to be super slick. That was done 10/12 and so far it fixed it. You should know the same dealership told me they couldn't grease it (the slip joint) because there was no grease fitting. Don't ask me what changed from then to yesterday..........maybe an e mail to the Southeast District Manager???.........I praised a couple of guys at the dealership for having a great attitude and genuine interest in solving the problem........no kidding. The shop foreman and the customer service guy that greeted me and wrote up the work order were great. As for the fix, so far so good, but I'm skeptical about how long the fix will last. I'm considering asking for something in writing stating they (Toyota) will be responsible for maintaining the lubrication to fix the condition for as long as I own the vehicle.
What did you say to the Southeast District Manager? Please let me know if you get anything in writing on maintainng the lube fix....
Does this sound right? And anyone else have same problem? I've always been very Toyota loyal, had corolla, celica, and supra, finally 4runner and loved all no big problems. Just don't know if this is worth fixing or should I get new car? Any info appreciated!
Toyota corporate is not even offering any good faith toward coverage even though only 17k miles over 60k warranty. We have owned 4 other Toyotas but not consistent buyer so we do not "qualify" as valued customer. Also no dealership convenient so had basic repairs done at local quality shop.
Anyone else have this rear differential problem and "customer service" response from National office? Local dealership from where we bought is helping some but still costing about $2k to repair!!! :mad:
$2k is absurd. It is because dealerships do less repair every year, instead replacing components. You can't blame them, but you do not have to pay them either.
You have several options. You can find and have installed (or install yourself, it is not *that* hard) a used, junkyard differential from a similar truck. This should run less than a quarter of that.
Don't fear used Toyota parts. My 4Runner has clocked over 200K reliable miles with them and I fully expect to make 500K with proper maintenance.
Another option is to find a *quality* 4x4 specialty shop (there are lots of hack shops; ask for referrals on 4x4 web forums in your area) that works on Toyotas and is familiar with yours. Regearing Toyota 4x4s for larger tires, etc. is commonplace and routine. It involves also replacing differential bearings, including the pinion bearings, so replacing pinion bearings is not a mystery, nor all that expensive.
Let's say you have a broken ring gear for some reason. Your options are the same.
So you really are not SOL. An independent Toyota shop has much more flexibility than a dealer, with used parts or actual repair - and here's a hint: dealership mechanics often do side work out of their own shop, and this could easily be the sort of thing he or she could do at a great discount.
Hope that helps,
-Red Chili
I had the same problem with my 2001 4runner .The transmission hose blew out a year ago and now this year the Trans went. Well AAMCO wanted to charge me $4200 but I told them no thank you so I went t to a local trans shop which saved me a few bucks...I'm in New Jersey. The dealer charge is $3500 for a remanufactured transmission not including labor. I’m in the process of having the Trans rebuild now with my fingers crossed. please email me at brother8_2000@yahoo.com
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any Suggestions or others with the same problem??
The paperboy
I never use the parking brake, however I had the car serviced and the mechanic engage it. I guess after not being used for ten years it stuck 'on'.
I still cannot figure out why this only happens when the temperature dropped, the car ran fine in warmer weather. Two mechanics (?) thought it may be the filter in the tranny.
I never use the parking brake, however I had the car serviced and the mechanic engage it. I guess after not being used for ten years it stuck 'on'.
I still cannot figure out why this only happens when the temperature dropped, the car ran fine in warmer weather. Two mechanics (?) thought it may be the filter in the tranny.