[Squeaking steering wheel in 2002 Camry]

I think I solved my steering squeak/groan...at the bottom of the steering shaft (driver's side of firewall)there's a rubber/neoprene bushing that the shaft goes thru...I sprayed this liberally w/ WD-40 (used a small scre driver to spread the wall where the shaft passes thru). Not only did this solve the noise, but the steering wheel seems to turn easier.

I don't know how long this'll last, but it was 10 degrees in Connecticut this morning and, for the first time this winter, the steering was smooth and quiet. Seems to be a lubrication issue at this bushing.

Hope this helps y'all.

[2005 CAMRY oil change frequency]

My dealer offers FREE oil changes every 3,500 miles...and doesn't try to sell me other stuff. Nice touch for buying a car from them.

[Timing Belt]

My '03 Camry XLE V6 is approaching 90,000 miles...time to change the timing belt. I've heard pros and cons about replacing the water pump at the same time...saves labor $$$ if it fails before the next timing belt change.

Any comments from you "experts" out there?

[Squeaking steering wheel in 2002 Camry]

I've got an '03 Camry XLE V6 with a squeaky steering wheel...actually, it's more like a moan...especially when cold. Tried WD40 in the crack where the wheel meets the post, but little relief. Any updated news on this? If there is a TSB on this one, let me know.