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Steering wheel extension? Yaris?
I just bought a new Yaris but I feel like I have to reach for the stearing wheel. Is it possible for me to buy a new wheel or even have the current one extended out a bit so I dont feel like I have to...
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93 Corolla computer problem or???
Hi all, I have a 93 Corolla with 257K miles on it. I paid $100 for it 7K miles back. It generally runs very well but for a few troubling incidents. When parked for a short period of time, the most...
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Corolla A/C cycling intervals
The A/C condenser on my '95 Toyota Corolla had a leak so I got it replaced. The shop also replaced the receiver-drier. Now the A/C compressor seems to cycle on/off more frequently (about 10 seconds...
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'97 Toyota Camry V6 Transmission slipping and then only neutral
I have a 97 Toyota Camry with a strange transmission problem. When I purchased the car in 2004 I was driving along and noticed it slipping out of gear until I had nothing but neutral. I took the car...
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92 Corolla dies suddenly, won't restart for 5 days, then starts
Automatic with A/C. Runs fine, then after a trip of over ten minutes' length, dies suddenly if I come to a stop or slow down to less than about 10 mph (like going around a corner). Then won't...
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Is it possible to easily disable the DRLs for a 2001 Corolla?
Hi, I've been annoyed with the daytime running lights since the car was new. What must be done to turn them off? Is it as simple as removing a fuse or do I need a handheld diagnostic tool/ analyzer?...
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Squeaky start up only lasts about 30 seconds?
I need some help! When I start my car lately it squeaks extremely loud from what it sounds like the belt. The problem is I have lubricated and put so much belt dressing on the belt and the parts...
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Parking on a steep driveway?
I'm not that knowledgeable when it comes to cars. Is there a recommended way to park a car if you're on a steep driveway? Steep would mean that the ground level at the garage is higher than the ground...
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Matrix (2004) alarm issue
This has been happening off and on for the past six months, and it's seem to have gotten worse. Sometimes when I press the button to arm the car it locks the doors, but doesn't beep and arm the alarm....
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96 Corolla - o2 sensor
My 96 corolla DX 1.8L 4cyl, flunked the emission test (state of ct) with the following reason code: P0141:O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 2 I recently spent $400+ and replaced the exhaust...
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1995 Avalon keys won't open doors or trunk
I recently purchased a 1995 Toyota Avalon LXS. What I didn't notice until after I bought is that the keys will not open the doors nor will they open the trunk. They do start the engine. The remote...
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OIl Pump - Yaris
A neighbour had her Yaris engine written off as the oil pump failed. I believe some Toyota engines do not have the oil pump interlocked with the crank shaft and taken off the timing belt. Is that so?...
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Tacoma Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement
Can anyone advise me the best method to use to replace my wiper motor? Removing the old motor was a snap, but inserting the new motor (which has a ball that inserts into the socket of the wiper...
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Removing the center valve cover on '88 Supra
I got the Exhaust valve cover off, and I'll do the intake next. About the center cover. I can't SEE back there. Does the Heater Hose have to come off to remove the cover, or can I remove the cover...
 
engine malfunction dashboard lamp on
The engine malfunction light came on in my 2003 Celica. Main dealer says a new VVTi controller is needed at a cost of appx £600. No other symptoms or problems. Anyone else had this?
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2007 Corolla antennae safe for auto car wash
Just bought an 07 Corolla, I see the antennae is on the rear of the roof. Has anyone had trouble with the antennae being damaged in a automatic car wash? -Mike
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Nitrogen in Tires
What do you folks know about using nitrogen instead of air in tires?
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2007 V6 Highlander slow to warm up
I have a '07 V6 Highlander that seems to take a long time for the temp guage to come up to normal and even when it does, it is not in the 3:00 position. It is closer to the 'tick' mark that is below...
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How to disable DRLs and auto-headlights on 2001 Camry?
The subject says it all: What is the procedure for disabling the Daytime Running Lights and the Auto-Headlights on a 2001 (aka "Generation 4.5") Camry, other than paying a dealer to do so? I do NOT...
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2004 Avalon - Tuning FM radio to unused station?
Hi, I'm setting up a GPS/DLO combination in my 2004 Avalon and seem to be having difficulty tuning to an unused station. It appears the "TUNE" button on the radio will only stop on frequencies that...
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