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stevelaw

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  1. Go to an Autozone near you, if there is one, and ask them to pull the code for you. Most of them will do it for free (in the expectation that they will sell you a sensor or something). Some Advance Auto Parts (AAP) will do it for free as well. After you see what the code is, then go from there.
  2. I managed to find some internet literature, not from Toy, that also says the power curve maximizes at around 7600 rpm. But anyone who has ever built engines knows that to get that much rpms one has to use roller cams with solid lifters, all kinds of measures to prevent valve float. I don't see Toy advising people to pull 8 grand.
  3. I HAVE TWO TSBs THAT MAY HELP--give me an email address to send them to. Physical diagrams. :!:
  4. I :!: HAVE TSB diagrams. What year Camry?
  5. JEFF: I GOT IT--IT'S NINE PAGES LONG. Give me an email address to send the pages to. I also just got a hold of a lot of other TSB diagrams. :!: :!: :!:
  6. I am curious: did you get that redline spec from writeups or from Toy?
  7. Have you thought about using Valvoline Synpower full synthetic brake fluid when changing the lines? I just flushed out my lines today and refilled with the Synpower. It has a boilingpoint of over 500 degree---far higher than DOT 3 and DOT4 standards require. I will keepeveryone posted as to how the brakes feel over the next couple of days. Hey--for $4 it couldn't hurt.
  8. Try cleaning out the EGR valve and see if it stops that code. Don't forget to disconnect the negative and reset that computer. How many miles are on it?
  9. The engine is not even broken in yet. But when it's time for your first air filter change, why not use a K&N?
  10. Thanks for sharing that info! This has been a hot topic on this board for about 3 weeks now. People have been asking about this.
  11. TSBs are not warranty issues to begin with. They are "secret recalls" advising a dealership how to fix a particular problem the best way. But they are called "secret recals" in events such as follows:.......the manufacturer discovers a constant recurring problem on a particular car. let's say, for example, the radiator caps keep going bad prematurely. So you might get a flyer from the dealership saying, "Hi Mr Smith our good customer: it's customer appreciation day. Bring your Corolla in for an oil change for $5 for your good patronage". Then, while you are in the waiting room watching TV or reading the Wall Street Journal, they are busy replacing your radiator cap. So what was that TSB number?
  12. I would have to see the diagram to know which wires you need out of the harness, but the ground might be brown instead of black. Every Haynes manual has the diagram. This mght be woth the $15 to you. As for the instrument panel light, if the fuse turns out to have continuity, check to see if while you were putting the CD player in you might have inadvertently loosened another connecter just enough to break continuity. As a final resort, Crutchfield can probably sell you a connector which has the correct switchover and perhaps a diagram sheet.
  13. I have the same stereo and I was just asked this question by another forum member. I have a scan of the wiring diagram if you want me to email it to you, but it does not show the other input connection. And hey: the tape player adapters is what we used to do with portable CD players, remember? They worked OK.
  14. I cannot find any txt information on this TSB---try to see if the parts department will help you on this. Make like you were coming to buy something else and see if he gives in. They'll figre you are a good customer anyway.
  15. Here are the general instructions: On the 2S-ELC, 3S-FE and 1992 5S-FE engines, the spark plugs require replacement at 30,000 miles (48,000 km). On all other engines the spark plugs are platinum and require replacement every 60,000 miles (96,000 km). When you're removing spark plugs, work on one at a time. Don't start by removing the plug wires all at once, because, unless you number them, they may become mixed up. Take a minute before you begin and number the wires with tape. Disconnect the negative battery cable. If the vehicle has been run recently, allow the engine to thoroughly cool. Remove the cap nuts and valve bank cover(s). On 1MZ-FE engines, disconnect the ignition coil wiring from the right and left cylinder heads. Remove the ignition coils from the cylinder heads. Arrange the coils in order on a table. Carefully twist the spark plug wire boot to loosen it, then pull upward and remove the boot from the plug. Be sure to pull on the boot and not on the wire. If compressed air is not available, use a rag or a brush to clean the area. Remove the spark plugs when the engine is cold, if possible, to prevent damage to the threads. If removal of the plugs is difficult, apply a few drops of penetrating oil or silicone spray to the area around the base of the plug, and allow it a few minutes to work. Using a spark plug socket that is equipped with a rubber insert to properly hold the plug, turn the spark plug counterclockwise to loosen and remove the spark plug from the bore. Yours may be 5/8. Inspect the spark plug boot for tears or damage. If a damaged boot is found, the spark plug wire must be replaced.
  16. I don't know which carb and intake to use, but as for the electrical, every Haynes manual has a wiring diagram in the back.
  17. stevelaw

    Airbag

    You're not going to cut the wires, are you?
  18. I wanted to bring it up because I think ALL toyota owners will benefit from using fyully or at least semi synthetic oil. And even though it is expensive, it's worth it. Consumer Reports ran an article in July outlining certain identified engines which were, by failure, demonstrating a propensity to cook conventional oil. Unfortunatley, two of the engines were Toyota engines: the 3l v-6 and the 2.2l four. Is it true that SABB invented the turbo?
  19. Welcome to the board. I think in 2001 the rear brakes on the RAV4 were 9 inch drums.
  20. Synthetic oil or a blend like Mobil Drive Clean 7500. Turbos cook oil. Our millitary uses Mobil 1 as lube in the .50 calibers.
  21. Air intake sensor..why not just drill a hole and put it back in?
  22. Time to go up the food chain. You've got a grounding problem or something going on with the distributor. You are under warranty---use it.
  23. Seems like this is an issue with Toys. If you end up designing something, I would like to talk to you.
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