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Thanks for any input!
I have a 94 Camry 112000 miles 2.2liter.It's been a problem free car except recently it's been a disappointment. It started with the change of both CV axles because of torn boots,after the change I noticed vibration not so much on the steering wheel but under the floor board especially at 45MPH.Took it back and the mechanic agreed so he was nice enough to change both CV axles again and checked all engine mounts and I had the tires rotated and balanced but the vibration is still present. Has anyone had similar experience out there?Could the tires be balanced and still be defective?Should the alignment be checked even though the car does not pull left or right at any speed?
I have a very similar problem. My car starts vibrating under the floor, feels more in the front then back but felt throughout the car, whenever I go over 35-40 mph, vibration increases to it’s worst at ~60-65 mph, over 70 it all blends together, but you just know it’s somewhere there. I bought my car 2 month ago with 147k, and the first thing I noticed was a dog-bone mount at the top of the engine, practically completely deteriorated. I replaced all mounts except the transmission that looks fine. Seems that after replacing the mounts vibration got worst. I also did the breaks (replaced the pads only) myself, later to find out that calipers are probably dragging, because I have a hard time moving the rotors especially after driving for a long time. According to service records on this car from the previous owner it looks like pads and rotors were replaced numerous of times, but calipers never. On my car CV boots, boots only, were replaced
not too long ago. Is there any way to replace boots (assuming you have to take it completely out of the car) or the whole axel and put it back the ‘wrong way’?
I am really puzzled by this, anyone with the similar problem and hopefully solution?
Thanks,
you maintain your vehicle in top shape .
Usually items that ware out like break pads, clutches etc. are not covered under warranties. Check the small and then the smallest print on your contract, it probably lists all bunch of exclusion. I’d try some belt dressing on that belt, should stop the noise and prolong the life of the belt too.
Did replaceing the seat track take care of the drivers seat movement (shifting/sliding)?
My 89 Camry 4cyl sedan has a suspension problem. The driver's side back tire bounces up and down like a jackhammer when it goes over bumps, even small ones. There's lots of noise to go along with it. I can tell the handling is getting a little dicey, mainly on bumpy curves. Will a new coil spring cure it? Thanks in advance!
Edge
Deke
Edge
Although the owner's manual is not totally clear about whether this auto A/C system is designed to let you turn off the A/C on a warm or hot day and just run fresh air ventilation, I would think it is designed so. But when I turned on the fan speed to any setting without pressing the "AUTO" button (the left-most one of the 5 buttons on the lower row), and set the temp to 72 when the outside temp was about 74, the A/C button's light was not lit (I did not press it), I opened the hood with the engine idling, I can see the A/C compressor's clutch and the radiator fans cycling on and off - indicating the A/C is running. As soon as I press the "*OFF" button (to the right of "Auto" button) to turn off the ventilation fan, the compressor and radiator fans stopped running. I was able to duplicate the result on 2 different days.
A related question - does this system allow you to defrost the front windshield without running the A/C? Both my 90 Nissan and 96 Subaru have a mode that lets you do so. My Camry has 2 defrost buttons for the front windshield. But both buttons trigger the A/C compressor and radiator fans. I understand that running the A/C is generally a more efficient way to dehumidify the windshield. But there are times when I prefer to blow the fresh air to the windshield without running the A/C. My 90 Nissan Maxima has 160,000 miles and I use A/C with great care, I run it for a few minutes at least once a month in the winter months to lubricate the O-rings in the refrigerant pipes, but I use it in the summer only when I really need to - only when it's quite hot. The result is that I never have to add any R-12 since I bought the car in late 1989 and the A/C is functioning like new.
I've read the same discussion for windshield defrosting on a Honda Accord group and found out the current gen Accord with auto A/C can not blow air to the windshield without running the A/C. Anyone with any input? I would not be very surprised if you can't blow un-air-conditioned air to the windshield but would be very surprised if you can't run ventilation without running the A/C or heater (it's not easy to set the cabin temp at exactly the right setting so that both A/C and heater do not run).
A call to the dealership's service dept did not yield any result. They told me to talk to the sales people. I'll go there in a couple of weeks to see if I can duplicate the same result in another Camry XLE.
I also found an interesting thing. The fuse panel in the engine compartment has a slot designated for the A/C system (10 amp in slot #4), according to P. 313 of the owner's manual. But there is no such fuse installed in my car and there is no circuit underneath that slot to accept a fuse. If I try to pop in a fuse, it does not fit tightly. There is no metal insert in that slot to hold a fuse. But the A/C does run.
Other than what I mentioned, this car is great.
I'm looking at the '04 Camry XLE V6 auto, and would appreciate any comments regarding members experience regarding performance, reliability and options. Any thoughts about the Navigation System option? Any '05 improvements on the way to make the wait worth it?
Thanks alot.
Mike
Given that this is the third transmission for a car that was purchased less than eight months ago, do I have a lemon law case and what should I do? It is awfully frustrating hearing about how great the Camry is and knowing that I have yet to experience any of this greatness. I would buy the Avalon, but I would NEVER buy another Camry based on my experiences. I have driven the pre-2000 Camry's and they are excellent cars. This new model is just awful.
To your left on this page, there is a link to an article concerning Lemon Laws under "Helpful Links". Hopefully, it will help you determine what to do next.
So, do I start my scheduled maintenance at zero again since it is a new engine or do I continue with the maintenance as if nothing ever happened? I would be due for the 30000 mile checkup now which will cost $300. However, do I really need all that stuff done if the engine only has 2000-3000 miles on it? Thanks for any advice!
See the Avalon site for more info. on shocks. Basically, they are the same shock that the Avalon, and Lexus 300 has, and usually they are a problem for these vehicles. This is the number #1 problem in Avalons, Camrys per Consumer Reports.
Take it to a competent, Frame and Axle, Wheel and Axle, etc. place. It is more likely the shocks than the springs. If you want a noticeable difference in handling, braking, with a more controlled albeit slightly stiffer ride, buy a set of TokicoHP shocks. They are markedly better than the OEM Toyota uses, IMO.
abfisch
Actually, they told me $12000, not $1200. Seems high if you ask me. I am very disappointed with the '02 Camry (Although I believe '02 is the first year of the new design). I might go with Honda for my next purchase if the problems continue. I have always heard that Camry's are so great...not in my opinion. My '97 Grand Am blows away my Camry in terms of maintenance BIG TIME!!!
Thanks for your post!
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DEALERS DONT WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT THIS SIGHT, BEACUSE THAT CANT LIE ANY MORE ABOUT PROBLEMS!!!!
THE PROBLEM WAS KNOWN BY TOYOTA IN 2001, I HAVE 2002 CAMRY. GET BACK TO ME IF YOU NEED SOME HELP.
THE ARE 2 ITEM #S THE MAY PERTAIN TO YOUR PROBLEM, TAKE THESE #S TO YOUR DEALER.
ST002-03 ISSUED DATE JUNE/03........STEERING COLUME NOISE WHEN TURNING
SORRY THERE WAS ONLY ONE TSB #
GO TO THIS WEB SIGHT AND YOU CAN GET ALL THE TSB #S FOR YOUR CAR. I HAVE A 2002 CAMRY SO I FEEL YOU.
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GOOD LUCK
Darcy
SORRY FOR ANY PROBLEM THAT MAY HAVE HAPPENED
Does anyone know what it might be?
Edge
What bothers me is the CEL came on and stayed on for a few days then went away for weeks then back on again.
WHAT THEY WILL DO IS REMOVE YOUR STRUT ON THE LEFT SIDE AND TURN A PLATE OR SPRING 25MM COUNTER CLOCK WISE AND THAT WILL FIX IT.
GOOD LUCK
GOOD LUCK
Thanks.
THANKS.
Annoying I can ignore. It's hard to ignore your BIG LETTERS!!
Just wanted to help as much as I can. Im just so mad how Toyota is hiding all there problems with the new Camrys, then playing ignorent, even when there are tsb#s.
Another way to ask this....do the people who really have NO problems just not get on these forums? Or do "no-problem-Camry-people" not exist?
I'm looking at an XLE V6 Camry. Looks nice and we've had good luck before with 3 Toyotas. Any chance I can get one in 2004 that really is good?
Thanks!
I am very picky about stuff that doesn't work right and am sorry to hear about the problems some people have on this forum.
Can't say enough about our Yota...have a big grin every time I drive it and have Tina doing her thing through the cool sound system.
Doug
The 2000 Solara has a few more rattles than either the 94 or 97, and we've had a slight left pull alignment problem.
But none of these problems have been to any degree that would make me decide to go away from Toyota at this point. If we go ahead with the purchase of the 04 XLE, I'll let you know my thoughts. Good, bad, otherwise.
Dealer was a dream to buy from and service at. My wife had purchased a new Tercel in 1991 and we put 72000+ miles on it until this past Summer when the relay from the control box to turn the cooling fan on went out. Spent some time and $ replacing what we thought was wrong - found out how to just leave the fan running all the time and it never overheated after!
I figured if that lil' 1.5 Liter four banger couls survive my heavy foot - and I was exclusively a V8 RWD man - and still come back for more, Toyota won me over. I was always a non-import buyer, but I've been impressed.
Sure there are those who have lemons, but so do domestic and European import owners. My father in-law has a 2003 Mercedes E320 that has spent a lot of time in the shop for computer replacement, a new radiator, trans work, etc.
My brother in-law who was a Mercedes buyer and owned a few GMC Suburbans bought a Sequoya!
Toyota quality is the main reason we bought the Camry last September. If they made a wagon, the dog would be able to take trips with us, but I don't want her in the car....yet!
Deke
2) Idle-speed control valve gums-up constantly -- about every 5-10K miles; (car won't hold idle in morning); four ISCVs replaced under warranty, but problem always comes back. Any suggestions?
These are my two on-going major problems that I am having with my 1995 Camry LE-4cyl;
Can anybody recommend a good Toyota mechanic reasonably near Disneyland in Southern California?
Thanks, Martin
I did however use a Bosch sensor and spliced/soldered the wires. I am confident the wires are OK. Do I have the right sensor located? Or, is the other sensor before the cat Bank I, Sensor 1?
I had all codes cleared after I replaced it, but the light is back on. Just had the code read again a few minutes ago, and once again it is PO135
Any help appreciated.
1. when turning right there is a pulsing in the steering wheel...the dealer replaced the entire steering rack with no success, any ideas what is wrong?
2. Also, when turning the steering wheel to the extreme right, contact is made between the side wall of the tire and the inside of the right wheel well, is this normal?
PLEASE HELP!
That said, I have a 1989 Silver Camry DLX with 200K miles, which cost me about $14K new and about $2000 in repairs over the past 15 years. That does not include normal maintenance. But it does include extended wear, such as water pump, alternator, air conditioning, mostly in the last 4 years. Then engine sounds looks and sounds perfect. I consider that NO Problems.
The only reason I'm getting a new car (which is why I'm here) was as preventive maintenance, before I have to put money into the car. However, I have no problem giving this car to my nephew for free. I figure that's a $2000 gift, and his father expects that it'll be a bargain, even if he (father) has to pay $2000 for repairs over the next few years.
- hank2