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Toyota Camry: Problems & Solutions
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When I break on my 2001 Rav4, it creates a very loud noise at the rear. The dealership replace the drum and the squeaking came back after a month.
Since Camry and Rav4 share the same plateform. I'm interested to know if this is a common problem for Camry too. If so, what are the solution?
Thanks.
I have a 94 Camry ,and it's a great car, I haven't had a bit of trouble with it. I want to buy a 2001 Camry,but want to know if the Camry is still a reliable car. Any feedback would be appreciated.... Are the problems minor,or does it involve engine problems,and so forth.... Thanks!
I think in 97 Toyota examined the car to make it cheaper to produce, and made changes that may or may not have affected the quality. The changes I am aware of are:
1. Deleted the automatic antenna and replaced it with a stick on one on the glass. This is cheaper but may be an improvement - the motor is expensive to replace.
2. Changed the bucket seats. Consumer Reports and Edmunds both say the seats in 97 up are uncomfortable for people over 175 pounds. More 99 up Camrys have power seats which may or may not help???
3. Was the rear view mirror changed to a glue on kind? Every glue on one I ever had fell off after about 5 years.
Any other changes? Can anyone keep a list? And update it as people add to the changes??
4. Rear head restraints are adjustable in '97+, were simply slightly raised seatbacks earlier.
5. Seat belt pretensioners and force limiters became standard in front starting with '98s.
6. Side airbags became an option starting in '98.
7. Prop rod replaced struts on hood starting in '97, struts returned in 2000 models.
8. Chrome trim around windshield was dropped starting in '97.
9. Small storage trays on left and right side of trunk dropped in '97.
10. Trunk pass-through into rear seat made smaller in '97 (but upside is car body is more rigid AND trunk contents are less likely to be thrown into the occupant compartment in a severe frontal crash).
11. Tilt adjustable feature of front head restraints dropped with '97s.
12. Driver seat manual height adjuster changed from two knobs (front and rear edge) to one starting with '97s.
When did Octane requirements change to 87?
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IMO, the radiator and valve stem seal problems are separate, and I believe you can safely postpone repair of the latter for a few more months.
Just be sure to check your oil and keep changing it on a regular basis.
However, new cover or used, it can be difficult to get the paint to stick to the flexible plastic without the proper preparation.
I had to have a new front cover installed on my '97 Camry after I hit a deer. The paint started peeling almost immediately and I had to take it back for a free repaint. Three years later, it's starting to peel again, fortunately not too badly yet.
My advice is to just live with the damage; you'll spare yourself a lot of hassle. Or just brush touch it yourself.
Yes you need a computer BUT Toyota will supply the ECM at no charge. However "The customer (you or the selling dealer) will be responsible for the cost of the replacement keys and any labor involved in the installation of the replacement ECM. The replacement ECM is to be provided to the customer at no cost." Your Camry is covered.
Ask your Toyota dealer re Parts & Accessory News Today BULLETIN 01-07 dated April 30, 2001.
My car dealer (not Toyota) was very helpful in resolving the dilemma. The auction center he purchased the car from was ready to buy back my car but luckily I found out about the replacement program. Apparently it's a common problem when buying lease returns or auction cars.
The auction house reimbursed the dealer for the new keys and labor to get it done.
A win-win ending to a frustrating inconvenience.
Your used-car warranty may help you resolve this if all else fails. Good luck!
206,666 miles on it, so if it has to shake a bit, we'll put up with it.
Possible solutions I've heard: vacuum leak or faulty EGR valve.
I've cleaned the throttle-body on a Plymouth Colt with no problem, but when I disconnect the air intake hose on the Camry, the engine stalls. I would like to give it a good cleaning, but I'm not sure how to keep the engine running. I'm assuming some sort of air sensor is detecting a problem. Is there something I can disconnect to keep the engine running without the air intake hose?
Thanks
Any Ideas? Thank you very much.
Does anyone know what kind of problem might cause the steering wheel to vibrate while stopped, for example, at a light? Mine is pretty bad.
I see a drain plug and a little pipe on the engine block next to the oil filter. I am sure that plug is for engine block coolant.
I thought one day that the indicator went off but no such luck, other than that haven't have problem with my Cam....
I have a real small leak down the back of the block
The Check Engine light has come on from time to time (it is out now) . Useless!! A faulty warning light. I ignore it. A small rattle sometimes in therith front. Some rumble on braking in a turn , (brakes are fine). The heater is a little weak. The tires that came with the car were junk and replaced them in less than 40k.
That is it. Best car I have ever driven. Same brakes for 62K. Had them looked at recently and they still have plenty of life. Very comfortable (not amazing, but good).
I have been thinking of buying a Volvo S 40 after this lease. Safety reasons as I just moved to R.I./Mass and many drivers here are crazy. (nice people, but they need to learn to drive). Nothing a $500 tailgating fine would not solve). I am wondering about the S 40 volvo. The Camry has been so good and wonder if I should stay with this.
I can buy this one at lease end, buy a new Camry or, I was even thinking of the Corolla.
Has anyone here had both, a Camry and Volvo?
You're not going to be safer with something smaller, even if it is a Volvo.