Tech Tip: Toyota: MIL ‘On’ DTC P1349; VVTI Actuator
Under certain conditions, customers with various 2002 Camry and Solara, and 2001-’02 Highlander and RAV4 vehicles may experience an MIL on condition with DTC P1349, indicating a variable valve timing (VVTi) malfunction. In some cases, the cause of this DTC may be the VVTi actuator. Use the procedures in this bulletin to verify the operation
Camry Tech Tip: Uncovering Cause of Pull when Brakes are Applied
If you encounter a 2000 Toyota Camry 3.0L that pulls in one direction when applying the brakes, it may be the result of a sticking or seized brake caliper that can cause the vehicle to pull in one direction when applying the brakes. Rusty, corroded brake caliper hardware can also restrict brake caliper movement ….
Tech Tip: Diagnosing Cold Camry Steering Noise
In cold weather, your customers may complain of squeaking or moaning noise emanating from their 1997 – 1998 Camry steering racks while turning at very low speeds (2-3 mph). The repair involves replacing the steering rack housing bushing with an updated part.
Tech Tip: Diagnosing a Toyota that Pulls in One Direction
If you encounter a 2000 Toyota Camry 3.0L that pulls in one direction when applying the brakes, one of the following scenarios could be the likely cause.
Editor’s Notebook:, 50 Years & Counting…Commemorating Toyota’s U.S. Market Milestone
October is a very significant month to all of us attending Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week, which kicks off on Tues. Oct. 30. It’s even more significant for Toyota as it celebrates its 50th year in America. In five decades of doing business in America, Toyota has created a bookmark in automotive history for a number
Toyopet Crown to Prius: Toyota Has Made Impressive Gains in the U.S. Market
Information courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., 50th Anniversary website From the Toyopet Crown to the Prius hybrid, Toyota has come a long way in its 50 years of selling vehicles in the U.S. Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. was formed on Oct. 31, 1957, establishing its headquarters in a former Rambler dealership in Hollywood,
Toyota’s 50 Years in the Limelight
Hollywood, CA — What began as a barely viewed Halloween “premier” at a little independent dealership in Tinseltown has really grown into a “blockbuster” for the aftermarket. On Oct. 31, 1957, Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A, opened its American headquarters in a former Nash Rambler dealership in Hollywood. Nine months later and going on sale in
Tech Tip: Toyota Rear Brakes Are Pulling in One Direction
If you encounter a 2000 Toyota Camry 3.0L that pulls in one direction when applying the brakes, one of the scenarios covered in this Tech Tip could be the likely cause.
Toyota Tech Tip: A/C Inoperative, A/C Light Flashing
This bulletin provides information regarding countermeasures to the A/C magnetic clutch relay for A/C light flashing (inoperative A/C) issues on some vehicles equipped with a magnetic clutch compressor.
Toyota Tech Tip: Replacing the Rear Bearing O-Ring
When replacing the rear hub bearing assemblies on 1997-2001 Camrys, 2000-2002 Avalons produced before VIN 4T1BF28B#2U223623 and 1999-2002 Solaras produced before VIN 2T1##2#P#2C005335, it’s necessary to replace the O-ring.