Flowmaster Releases 3.5″ Exhaust For Toyota 4Runner
Listen to the new FlowFX cat-back exhaust system for Toyota 4Runners.
Brake Job: 2009-2015 Toyota Venza
The Venza uses a drum-in-hat parking brake. The parking brake is applied using a foot pedal.
Alignment Spec: Toyota RAV4 2006-2013
The third generation of the Toyota RAV4 shares all of the same infrastructure with the Corolla and many other Toyota vehicles. The front suspension is easy to adjust, while the rear needs a little more attention.
Toyota Sienna Alignment Service
When aligning this vehicle, there are three things you should know. First, a Sienna with stability control will require a recalibration of the steering angle sensor. Second, rear tire wear can be a problem on some AWD Siennas. Third, measure the ride height before trying to correct a front caster problem.
Toyota Tech Tip: ‘Check Brake System’ Displayed At Startup
An updated skid control ECU logic is now available to address this concern.
TPMS: 2011 Toyota RAV4
TPMS relearns for the 2011 Toyota RAV4 are fairly straightforward and simple. The RAV4 doesn’t have a reset button underneath the dash or within the glove box, meaning technicians don’t have to worry about getting a TPMS relearn malfunction due to the vehicle’s ECU closed loop. This also means that in order to successfully service the RAV4’s TPMS, a shop needs a dedicated TPMS scan tool.
2006-2013 Toyota RAV4 Alignment Specs
The third generation of the Toyota RAV4 shares all of the same infrastructure with the Corolla and many other Toyota vehicles. The front suspension is easy to adjust, while the rear requires a little more attention.
Toyota Brake Repair Tips
If you are replacing a caliper that has locked up and created a great deal of heat, you should also replace the brake hose. This is a good practice anytime, but particularly important with the Toyota line, as the hose can fail at the caliper fitting after being subjected to the extreme heat.
2005-’12 Toyota Avalon Brake Job
In 2005, Toyota’s Avalon underwent a redesign of its third-generation model, which was larger than previous versions and much sleeker. The Avalon came in four trim levels: the standard XL, Touring, XLS and Limited. The XL included 16″ alloy wheels, while other trims came with larger 17″ wheels.
BILSTEIN Introduces New B8 8112 Shocks For Toyota Tacoma
Available now, the B8 8112 (ZoneControl CR) shocks will be joined by the B8 8100 (Bypass) shock in coming weeks.
2004 Toyota 4Runner Suspension Maintenance Opportunities
This case study involving a chassis repair on a 2004 Toyota 4Runner underscores the value of customer education and using quality parts during the repair process. It was a unique situation we ran across where we advised the owner that one of the rear shocks on his vehicle was leaking, and we recommended replacement of both units.
Toyota TPMS Diagnostics
Toyota TPMS might seem like the easiest system to service because most models have a reset button under the dash, but trusting in this button to cure all your TPMS issues might get you in trouble.
