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You've already checked fuses, and made sure you didn't chop any wires when you did the doors?

Unfortunately, I do not still have the springs. It's a long story, but basically, UPS stole them...I'm still fighting them, but it's a losing battle. I still have the downpipe, and I'm pretty sure there's a brand new turbo timer in the garage somewhere, if you're interested. It may take me awhile to find it though.

Interesting...post pics when it's done.

Check this out...at the Detroit auto show right now!! 01/02/2008 Torrance, CA January 2, 2008 - Torrance, CA - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., returns to its compact pickup truck roots with its latest concept vehicle A-BAT. The environmentally advanced A-BAT provides modern versatility, roominess and style in a compact pickup architecture. The A-BAT will be on display at the Toyota exhibit in Detroit at the 2008 North American International Auto Show beginning Monday, Jan. 14. "Driving from beyond the suburbs to the city is a way of life for many people," said Kevin Hunter, president, Calty Design Research, Inc. "We've taken Toyota's truck heritage to a different level by envisioning a vehicle capable of maneuvering the suburbs as well as dirt roads. This compact truck is as comfortable for long commutes as it is for road trips. It can accommodate outdoor toys and home improvement supplies. Plus, customers benefit from the hybrid powertrain's low emissions and fuel economy." The A-BAT concept was developed by the TMS Advanced Product Strategy group and Calty, Toyota's North American-based, research and design center located in Newport Beach, Calif. Together, they identified a buyer group whose unique combination of lifestyle activities and vehicle needs required a vehicle that as of now is not available in the market place. The team created a new genre of compact vehicle with good fuel economy, advanced functionality, maneuverability, unique styling within its segment, and a durable package suitable for an active lifestyle. Advanced styling was also key in making the A-BAT appropriate for today's market. The A-BAT concept rides on a unibody platform for car-like handling when navigating city streets and crowded parking lots, and smooth ride quality for highway trips and the everyday commute. In addition, its lightweight package coupled with Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive® technology is designed to deliver excellent fuel economy. Translucent solar panels in the top surface of the instrument panel capture sunlight and convert it into energy, showcasing the vehicle's "green" character. Positioned below the Toyota Tacoma, A-BAT integrates truck features with car fundamentals for an efficient and modern package. The A-BAT's unique aerodynamic exterior was crafted by Calty Project Chief Designer Ian Cartabiano and Creative Designer Matt Sperling. They integrated Toyota's design philosophy, "Vibrant Clarity" into the exterior by keeping the design forward-looking, crisp and functional. The concept's unique look is a combination of the large body surfaces, intersecting tight surface planes, crisp lines and the trapezoidal profile. The A-BAT's 19-inch wheels sit at the vehicle's corners creating a tough and ready stance. "We studied the 'trapezoid' silhouette from the side profile of the Toyota Prius and applied it to create an entirely new truck image," said Sperling. He further enhanced the trapezoidal profile by placing the cab forward, and using fast angle A- and C-pillars, shortened overhangs, and a sleek front window. "The bold grille showcases Toyota's reverse trapezoid and T-face theme in a new way," explained Cartabiano. "The bed is defined by the C-pillar and is clearly separated from the cab to allow it to stand out from the rest of the profile." "The image of a NATO all-terrain military truck inspired us to keep the occupants as far forward as possible to maximize rear bed capacity in this compact package," stated Sperling. The A-BAT features a four-foot bed, but has more flexibility than the standard pickup truck. A translucent roof panel slides open to allow for tall cargo in the cab. When the pass-through midgate is folded down into the cab the bed lengthens an additional two feet. An open tailgate provides an additional two-foot of bed length. The A-BAT offers customers the versatility of hauling a standard 4x8 sheet of plywood one day, then taking a family on a camping trip to the lake the next. The bed has features perfect for work and play. These include tailgate lighting for illuminating the load in the bed, a first aid kit and flashlight integrated into the tailgate, sliding tie downs, and an AC power outlet. Items such as sports and leisure equipment can be stored in the lockable drawers in the bed walls. The concept also has additional storage that is accessible through sliding doors conveniently placed in and outside of the truck bed. For even more storage capacity the A-BAT comes with a large sliding drawer beneath the bed, accessible without opening the tailgate. Although the A-BAT is rugged and has a spirited exterior, the interior team worked to create a modern look for the interior. "We balanced colors and fabrics that were both bright and vibrant, but also captured an urban-rugged feel with their energetic and geometric qualities," said Alan Schneider, Project Chief Designer. "The inspiration behind the exposed structure on the interior was drawn from high-end mountain bike frames," added Daryl Harris, Senior Creative Designer. "We applied lightweight construction materials, such as carbon fiber and aluminum, to the instrument panel, console and seats for increased structural rigidity while reducing mass." The rigid, yet sculptured alloy center console runs between the two front seats and houses a portable power pack. The battery pack offers both AC and DC for a wide variety of applications including powering tools, electrical gear while camping, a laptop computer, small appliances or assisting a vehicle jump start. The door trim, shoulder, armrest and instrument panel pads and seat cushions are made of a tough, lightweight and comfortable material that can be selected for personalization. In addition the colors are coordinated to enhance the sleek interior environment. The center console and door pockets feature carbon fiber components to complete the durable and modern look. The four-passenger A-BAT offers numerous seating and storage configurations. In addition to the rear seats folding down with the midgate to extend the cargo bed length, the rear seat cushions can retract beneath the cargo bed to increase rear cab cargo flexibility. A removable storage tray beneath the rear seat offers tie downs and organizing compartments to secure loose cargo. Inside the A-BAT has a retractable portable navigation unit with a seven-inch diagonal screen and Wi-Fi internet. Other advanced features include a port for portable device assistant synchronization and a hard drive for digital music. Both the driver and front passenger have a large multi-information display screens on the IP to view the status of their high tech gadgets and HVAC and audio settings. The solar panels on the dash recapture energy from the sun to assist in the charging of the navigation unit, portable power pack and backlit information displays. "This concept is the next evolution of the compact truck," said Hunter. "We were able to create a compact truck that's utilitarian, has an original profile compared to other pickup trucks, has a 'small, but tough' character and is economical to operate. The A-BAT is a fun-to-drive, practical package that reflects Toyota's environmental sustainability message." TOYOTA A-BAT CONCEPT PICKUP TRUCK PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS DRIVETRAIN Four cylinder gas engine with Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive® DIMENSIONS (inches) Overall Length: 181.3 Overall Width: 74.4 Overall Height: 64.0 Wheelbase: 112.2 Bed Length: 48.0 Bed Length with Midgate down: 72.0 Bed Length with Midgate and Tailgate down: 96.0 Wheel Size: 19-inch

Welcome... Wow, 430k!! That's pretty cool! You're a rolling advertisement for Toyota!!

Have you checked a different tape? Sometimes, especially on older cars, longer-length tapes won't do the auto-reverse.

Thanks for the great tip! There's a similar problem in that generation Camry with a wiring harness in the driver's door...sounds like a trend!

Pics?

That was fast...

Great car...I had the same model in that bright "pull me over" red! You're right...a 2JZGTE would be lovely.

Glad to hear that was resolved so quickly. Toyota will usually step up, especially in situations like that. What was the problem?

Any luck finding one yet? Don't forget to check AutoTrader.com and eBay Motors.

One thing to note: the "how did we do" letter from Toyota really affects only the dealer, and it's not necessarily their fault if your brand new vehicle comes with an issue, especially if it's not an obvious issue. If you fill it out with terrible scores, you'll only affect your relationship with the dealership. If you want help, fill out the letter with perfect scores, attach a personal letter saying how you really feel, and hand deliver it to the dealer. They'll be much more inclined to help you if you help them. It sounds to me like this dealer is pretty decent and is already really trying to help you (Toyota dealers don't normally pick up cars for service), so you should probably help them in kind.

Sounds to me like your alternator is on the way out...unfortunately...

The best things about getting it done at a dealer are: 1.) If they screw it up, they'll fix it at no charge. Most likely, they won't screw it up. 2.) It doesn't affect your warranty, and if it's a Toyota part, it'll be warranteed for a year. 3.) If it's a Toyota accessory, it'll be far better quality than any of the aftermarket kits. The bit about the key being hidden in the car is pretty standard. If it's this one, then it's the Toyota kit, and it's pretty decent.

Ouch...get that to the dealer, and quick!!

No major issues on those cars: some of them have noisy front struts and there's a TSB on it, and some of them have sludge problems. As a general rule, most of the sludged cars are the ones that the owners have failed to change the oil on an even remotely regular basis. Other than that, they're pretty great.

Give me the VIN...I can check for you. If it is an XL model, the odds are extremely good that it does NOT have keyless.

That's good news...glad it worked out!

It's got to have it...very strange. Do you happen to have the VIN handy? I might be able to look it up from the VIN.

Could be...but they wouldn't sell their customer's information to a completely unrelated third party. It would be bad business for them to do so. I wouldn't worry about it if I were you. I'm a 3 time Lexus Financial (same as TFS) customer, so I'm very familiar with them and how they conduct business. They do have to share some info to process your purchase and maintain your loan: The credit bureaus will have your name and loan information when an inquiry is submitted, and after the loan is finalized. The DMV will have your name, lienholder, and vehicle information to properly title/register the car. Your insurance company will be in contact with Toyota Financial to ensure coverage. If you spent $10k or more in cash, the dealer has to notify the IRS. If you fall behind on your payments, your account may have to be referred to an outside collections agency. If you file bankruptcy, your trustee will need information on your loan. These are just some examples, but there's lots and lots of stuff that has to be done behind the scenes in order for you to purchase a car as it's an extremely regulated industry. Unfortunately, in this day and age, every company has to have that same basic privacy policy, courtesy of Gramm-Leach-Bliley. And pretty much every one of them is worded exactly the same way, give or take a few proper nouns. Chalk it up to our government at work: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gramm-Leach-Bliley_Act You've probably received an almost identical privacy policy from your bank, your credit card company, or maybe your insurance agency. Look at a little closer at the fine print on some of those inserts in your statements from those people....it'll be basically the same thing.

Could be your phone, could be the mic in the car, or could be the volume controls for bluetooth. Have you tried your phone in a different car to see if it makes a difference?

Which radio is it? And which model/powertrain Camry do you have?

That can't be right...have you tried tuning to a radio station that you definitely know to broadcast that signal? There's probably a "TEXT" or "DISP" button or something similar on your radio that will allow you to scroll the message. None of them actually have an "RDS" button.

It's not quite what you think. Basically, it means Toyota will give your name to relevant branches of the Toyota company, as needed: Toyota Financial Services, service reminder company, recall notice people, etc.