Alignment & Suspension Specs: 2007-2011 Toyota Camry
In 2007, Toyota introduced a new Camry that was larger. But, under the new sheet metal was the same suspension design that was on the previous model. The suspension on the Camry is nothing special and has no real quirks. The only shocker is that the front caster is non-adjustable and there are no special kits or tools to alter the caster angle.
Tech Tip: Toyota Can’t Shift From Park/Multiple Warnings On
Some customers may experience multiple warning lights illuminated, vehicle not shifting from park to drive and other accessories becoming inoperative after the vehicle has cold soaked in sub-freezing ambient air temperatures. A new relay has been made available to improve this condition. Use the following procedure to address this concern.
Tech Tip: Coolant Leaks, Head Gasket Issues on Toyota 2.2L Engines
Loss of engine coolant has been reported on some Toyota 2.2L 5SFE engines in various amounts. In most cases, there are limited signs of this leakage on the ground directly below the engine compartment after it has set for a long period of time.
Alignment & Suspension Specs: 2005-2011 Toyota Avalon
Some people call the Toyota Avalon the “Japanese Buick” due to its size and plush ride. The suspension design of the Avalon does not vary that much from Toyota’s smaller vehicle platforms in overall suspension design. If you get on of these vehicles in your shop for an alignment, there are three things you need to do at the time of the alignment.
Tech Tip: Toyota TPMS Inflation Math
Seasonal temperature change can dramatically alter tire pressure, which can cause the tire pressure warning lamp to illuminate. This bulletin applies to some 2004 – 2007 model year Toyota vehicles with direct TPWS and all 2008 and newer model year Toyota vehicles.
Tech Tip: Toyota Key Off Evap Diagnosis
Toyota has MIL on with DTC P0456 or P0455 and P0441; and MIL on with DTC P043E, P043F, P2401, P2402 and P2419.
Tech Feature: Toyota V8 Timing Belt Service
When I first started researching this article, I called and stopped by several shops that do work on Toyota vehicles. I asked if any of them had any V8 models coming in for timing belts so I could get some pictures of the process. Either a blank stare, or a question like: “What Toyota V8?” was the general response. The idea that there was a Toyota V8 needing a timing belt replacement seems to be generally unknown in the aftermarket.
Tech Tip: Toyota Matrix MIL ON/DTC’s P0011, P0012 or P0016 Set
Under certain conditions, customers may experience an MIL On condition with DTC P0011, P0012 or P0016 stored in the Engine Control Module/ECM.
Alignment & Suspension Specs: 2001-2009 Toyota Prius
The 2000-2009 Toyota Prius requires alignment and suspension service just like any other car on the road. With more than 800,000 Prii (official term for more than one Prius) on of them is bound to end up in your alignment bay.
Toyota Tire Pressure Monitor Systems: Toyota TPMS Updates
The direct TPMS system for Toyota vehicles uses a button labeled “SET” below the steering column or in the glove box to reset the system. When you press the button, the system is looking for the sensor IDs that are already stored in the memory.