If the Engine and Battery Light have come on, then you probably have two separate problems. The Battery Light may indicate that the system's voltage may have dropped too low, which may be indicative of even more problems, such as...
Hi there - the first task is to get stored problem codes - which may require a Toyota-specific code reader to get the level of diagnostic needed. Sequential Manual Transmissions are very sophisticated, computer-managed units, and very dependent on the...
The speedometer and tachometer being inoperative can be due to a number of reasons. If the remaining gauges are working, it's possible that the instrument cluster itself is bad. Looking at each individually, one of the speedometer cables may be...
Hey there. You may have excess current being drawn (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-diagnose-a-car-battery-drain_2) somewhere in a circuit while the car is not running. A mechanic would use an ammeter to probe various circuits to isolate the problem. As a temporary measure you could...
It looks like the engine oil was contaminated with coolant and since the number 4 cylinder has a problem then you most likely blew a head gasket by that cylinder. The starter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-replacement) may also be bad if you cranked...
With all weight of the vehicle on the suspension, leaving the tie rod ends disconnected from the steering knuckles has no deleterious effect. Note though, if you have loosened the axle nut (it doesn't sound like you did in this...
If the clutch pedal is not moving and the clutch is partially applied, then the clutch release bearing may be damaged and the fork is jammed into the clutch forcing it to slip (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/gears-slipping-when-accelerating-inspection). For the no start condition on...
Hello. White smoke (steam) makes me think that this is antifreeze. Check to be sure your radiator coolant level is not dropping. If so, could have internal leak to cylinder. A misfiring cylinder is caused by mechanical problems or an...
Hey there. Heat causes electrical resistance to increase. Given the age of the vehicle, your ignition system might be "struggling." You should thoroughly evaluate the ignition system. If that checks out, check the fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) output and condition of...
The noise you are hearing are probably the lifters. Over time, they will start sticking and will make a ticking noise. I would recommend having a technician come out to inspect the noise (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-making-a-noise-inspection) to make sure what the issue...
