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The muffler generally isn't covered under any recalls or Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that Toyota has issued to date, as the corrosion you're experiencing can be influenced by a lot of variables including the environment. For example, if you live...
Hi there. The most common cause of this is a bad catalytic converter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-catalytic-converter). When it fails, it will clog internally and will restrict the exhaust. This will cause a serious lack of power like what you are experiencing. It...
Hello. Most of the time this is caused by the lift motor failing. The motor will lose its ability to lift the top, which will cause all of these symptoms. It can also be an electrical issue, but this is...
Hello - wow, an older classic! Your 300TE utilizes Bosch Continuous Injection System (CIS) which varies fuel pressure more dynamically than more contemporary injection systems. I would suspect fuel pressure is the problem, both for the inability of the engine...
Assuming you are referring to the blower motor resistor being replaced, this is the unit that controls the speed of the blower motor (i.e. low, medium and high speeds). The blower motor relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/blower-motor-relay-replacement) is a separate unit that directs...
Of course, be sure the transmission fluid level is correct, the fluid is not contaminated and the filter is not clogged. A fault like the one you are describing is likely to be due to a hydraulic control issue. If...
Hi there. Loved the sound description! In most cases, this type of noise is caused by a loose serpentine belt or worn out pulley on one of the accessories it powers. You might want to have a professional mechanic come...
Hello, thank you for writing in. It is possible the shifter cable or its related components are damaged. They are typically visible from the bottom of the transmission. It should not be hard to inspect that area if you can...
You're probably low on coolant. Filling the reservoir doesn't really do the trick for filling the cooling system. There is probably air trapped in the cooling system that needs to be bled out. You may be able to do it...
Sedans are a special class of vehicle: created to provide a comfortable and often luxurious ride to those who have passed beyond the need to stick to the compact class. These slightly larger vehicles offer options the compacts and subcompacts...
If If you're a massage therapist, one of the cornerstones of your business has to be that you don’t keep your clients waiting. That means you need a vehicle that’s reliable. You also will have to move your gear, including...