RIPPLEEFFECT: TOYOTA CAMRY 2007 V6 SPORT EDITION...
This car has a name. You can call her "BAMBI". She is my true love. She gives me peace of mind. She is the most reliable queen among her pairs.
I took extreme care of her. Feeding her 2GR-FE super smooth engine with Mobil 5000 5w-30 Synthetic oil at every 4k miles. The grear gulps Dexron VI Synthetic Transmission fluid every year for the past 2 years now. You can confuse this car for a well maintained foreign car.
Brand new 215/55 on custom but pimed out rim 17 tires bought around May 2023. Fuel tank is alway filled to brim. Brakes on check steadily. Suspension like a bouncing castle. Lathered interior, Up-to-date papers and permits.
Cons:
A.C not working. Fault (Spoilt compressor). After replacing the custom one with an automatic OEM eastside certified compressor, it worked for roughly 8 months before it packed up. I bought the so called tokubo almost immediately, that lasted for less than 5 months before packing up too. All three compressors are with me.
Add ons:
American Spec!
Well maintained polished first body.
9kg fire extinguishers.
R17 215/55 spare tire and custom rim.
Active Tracker.
Extra engine fluid, transmission fluid, break fluid, steering fluid with coolant.
131k and counting strong millage (not tampered).
(VIN) 4T1BK46K77U509780.
NOTE:
I have spent blindly and heavily on BAMBI overtime and she has served me extremely well in return. I love her so much. I never knew a day will come that I'll let her go.
I'm letting her go because, I need money for a very serious business. As crazy as this might sound. There is a high chance that I will buy her back after multiple turnover on my business deal.
Please come along with your mechanic, remind him/her to bring a scanner too, BAMBI is extremely healthy besides her con listed above.
PRICE:
#3,800,000 or 3,800 USDT. (Not Negotiable) don't you even dare!!!
LOCATION:
Gwarimpa (Abuja).
CONTACT:
(0-nine-02583184-one)
happy sales chief i looooove the fact you took great care of this vehicle and you were sincere about the issue with the AC. Another advantage is you can provide information on how well you have maintained the vehicle (vehicle history).
Billiebaba: You should be careful with the way you use English to vaguely explain procedures you have zero knowledge about, that’s not how parasitic drain is troubleshot
My 2008 Accord has been giving me a particular issue that has defied all the solutions I know. The car has a code P0011, and the error message is this: A Camshaft Postion- Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1.
I checked online and did some easy fixes; changed the oil and returned it to factory spec (previous owner was using 20W50 and ran fans direct, which I corrected).
Then I cleaned the vtc filter and took out the rocker arm solenoid to service it. Nothing changed. I eventually changed the rocker arm solenoid, as it had a code anyway and the change cleared it.
I did some more research and arrived at the intake camshaft solenoid. I had mine serviced, and it looked like it had been serviced before. It didn't clear the code. I got a replacement part, and that also didn't clear the code.
I am at my wits end, really. I have no rattling sound in the morning at startup, only a rattle at 2000-2500 rpms when driving or when the car is 'raised' at idle.
Pls I need ideas on why else to do to fix this problem.
Asides the error code storee, do you have any drivability problems?
Sorry about the ordeal. kindly provide more information about this vehicle, model year and specifically what parts did you swap out and didn't have any effect?
Jollos: Thanks for your contribution, I will do as u suggest.
But I was thinking since the Engine run for 3hrs nonstop on bad road to cover 36km. Won't it cover more on highway when the road is good for the same liters of fuel for 3hrs?
It's still comes down to ur suggestions sha
ofcourse it will cover more distance for same litre of fuel.
I use a pathfinder 4.0L engine V6, today I covered a distance of 36km on a very bad road. The journey lasted for 3hrs non stop due to the bad road. With some heavy load inside the car at some point during the journey.
Pls is 18L fuel not on the high side for a journey of 36km although on a very terrible bad road.
personally I would say it is difficult to say. Because 1. you were probably moving at crawling speed due to the bad road. 2. at some point you carried very heavy load.
Do you notice vehicle manufacturers usually give 2 mpg ratings i.e urban and highway. This is because both conditions are different. And have you also noticed urban driving which is basically stop and go uses up more fuel than highway driving?
in your case, even though the journey only lasted for 3 hours, you cant judge your fuel economy based on that as it is not an ideal situation to guage fuel consumption to get a better view do the following, try to find out how much fuel your vehicle will consume if you travelled 36km of a free way.
1950Mack: New or very sound injectors has their internal organs looking clean or brand new. See pictures of new injectors we have in stock as example. Even though an injector is still in use, if maintained properly the interior will look neat and free from carbon or other debris which clogs fuel supply line - clogged fuel lines usually results to hardstarting or rough idling of the engine.
I must confess i am very happy to see content on heavy duty truck diagnosis... Nice one at OP... I wil be following your postss closely.
Sirnioking: The bad noisy crankshaft metal was replaced with a tokunbo.
Crankshaft metal? That's interesting. I was thinking it had to do with the VVT/Camshaft because usually such noise only at start up is mostly a faulty VVT actuator on camshaft.
Sirnioking: I recently worked on my 4 cylinder engine that makes a 2 seconds rattling noise after starting each morning. After which the P0011 code came up and refused to go. I bought a tokunbo VTC solenoid sensor it did not work. A rewire suggested it was a faulty brainbox switch or something. He opened the box, replaced a tiny switch, after driving home the lights came back again. The check engine often comes along with VSC light off and a screeching tire sign. I am sincerely tired of this issue. Kindly suggests ways I can fix it, please. Thanks.
The whole timing system needs to be properly checked and inspected. your problem might be in the electrical side (wiring & ECU), hydraulic (oil related) or mechanical (VTEC actuator, timing chain etc).
Can you also possibly shed more light on how the noise was fixed? asking because some road side techs usually weld the variable valve timing control permanently. that might take care of the noise but definitely the VVT system will not work any more. and ofcourse you will have alot of timing related error codes stored.
Kenosky1: A retired person should be thinking of a Corolla or Honda Civic, the fuel consumption is quite high for a C-Class... 14 MPG. Cost of maintenance is also high unless he is resides at Benin with good mechanic.
the w202 has an M111 kompressor engine the w203 has an M271 Kompressor engine the W203 also has a M271 Kompressor engine.
NONE OF THE ABOVE ENGINES HAVE SUCH TERRIBLE MPG. However we learn everyday, kindly back up your claim with facts and your source. thank you.
chris81964: I don't like them. It removed the wandering at speed but it is not firm enough over bumps
you mean you removed the new shocks?
thanks for the updates so far. really enjoying the thread. very rare seeing a deliberate car owner taking great care of their vehicle. at the rate you for don spend enough money to but the car again just on maintenance...
Piyke: Finally posted the Liqui Moly valve clean video. I'm impressed that this supposed valve cleaner also cleans pistons. Took multiple treatments, but we'll worth it.
chris81964: Replaced the fuel filler and radiator cap. I would smell coolant and there were no visible leaks. In traffic the temperature Guage will nudge up making me to turn off the AC. The cap is pressure rated and it was no longer doing its job. I pushed on it and it was stiff and made squeaky noises. Temp Guage has remained steady and no more coolant smell. There was always a loud hissing / whoosh sound when I removed the gas cap. It also had tape all over. The next refill I will check for the noise. I also got an alignment done after replacing the steering boot on both sides.
7bucklife: I just recently got brand new spark plugs about 2 weeks ago. I noticed its consuming fuel like never before. Pls is it normal. I got them for 8000 naira pack ngk. Or did I buy fake,I have a sample which I will upload soon.
Higher fuel consumption is a factor of so many things. Although fake spark plugs producing weak sparks can affect engine performance. The brainbox will adjust and spray more fuel in order to produce more power and this is to compensate for the weak spark. However, the way you sound, for you to have noticed the higher fuel consumption it feels like there is something else causing this higher fuel consumption other than the plugs
Can you provide more details on what job was done the day you replaced the plugs? Also how much fuel did you use for certain distance covered compared to after you replaced the plugs?
You need a competent tech to help you diagnose. Let him check your MAF/MAP sensor signals, O2 sensor signals, fuel trims etc.
AutoManual: They already saw my learner sign. As I packed one side and I roll down my glass the AC breeze meet the officer.
He said "are you a learner?' I answered "yes I'm a learner?"
For him mind he done cash bushmeat.
He replied "Let me see your learner Permit"
I just scattered my papers from where I keep them and handed it over to him. He goes through it and couldn't even pronounce my name.
He never thought I would have a learner permit.
He replied "you can go." He didn't bother to check other documents.
Then I zoomed off.
Wow just wow. You have been opening new threads for everything happening in your life. What exactly is the point of these thread exactly? How does it help anyone? Why not go to Twitter and post your life stories there? Should we expect another thread of the goat that impregnated a dog on your street?
It's quite annoying how these useless threads of yours keep popping up everywhere using up valuable time and space that other people who genuinely need help can use and get help in return.
Baba can you grow up already? First you made like a million threads about different cars you had interested in but you never bought. Next you finally got one and created another thread again. Next you are here creating another thread that a policeman stopped you.
You dont realise what makes cartalk interesting is also the fact that you could have created a single thread, take people along in your journey to owning a vehicle, tell a beautiful/ugly stories of inspections, the ride you finally bought etc. It is the story/journey you document that is the fun. Why create many threads and just cause noise all over the place?
AutoManual: I’m just scared i might misplaced this guy.
How much it would cost to reprogram fob key?
You really didnt need to open a new thread. You could have just posted on your last thread but then it is evident you enjoy attention... So enjoy it...
chris81964: Good afternoon folks. Update. I notice a slight slip in my transmission. Most people would not notice it. I did. I drained the transmission and put 4 liters in. I will drain and fill again in one week and one week later I will repeat. Remove the drain plug let it drain. I am getting a transmission filter and gasket sometime later this month. I will replace the filter then. Check your fluid it should be bright pink. The spill was accidental.
chris81964: I did another drain and fill for the transmission. I also changed the oil and filter. I will do a more thorough inspection under the car. Saw some leaks. I have replacement valve cover gaskets. The transmission pan needs to come down. I will replace the filter when I do that. Noticed another torn boot. The car should have some grease points. I will find a service manual to allow me to do that. Power steering flush, front and rear differential and transfer case fluid replacement is next. I would have completed the full fluid replacement with that. When I do the valve cover gaskets I will replace the spark plugs. I will have the belts replaced at a later date. So far so good. You do these services for peace of mind. Summary of what I have done so far. Cooling system flush. Prestone radiator flush, drain then liqui Molly flush, drain. Distilled water drain. Then Prestone 50 50 coolant. Liqui Molly engine flush. Oil change Rotella T6 15W40 and new filter. 800 km another oil and filter change. Oil smells like gasoline when it came out. Good sign it is doing its job. Might also need to check PCV. Transmission drain and fill. More than 60 % of old fluid is in the torque converter and lines. Did a second yesterday so I have more new fluid than old. Next time will remove the pan and replace the filter. Techron total system fuel treatment 12 Oz in the tank. New air filter. Old one was disgusting. New Tyres. General Tyre. Many more things are planned. The torn boot will be done by Tuesday.
Psalmy2cute: My central control screen on my Mercedes E350 2010 suddenly went blank after the car was parked for 2 weeks.. I’m being told I need to locate the fuse in the fuse box
does anyone have an idea where I can find this fuse in my car… there’s a fuse box in the engine compartment of the car and the back storage of the car.. where do I locate this fuse?? …
How do I find the right fuse amongst other fuse What color? Number ??
technicians in the house please help 🙏🏽
@bolded baba everything no be fuse always. Sometimes you can be lucky its just a fuse. Other times its more than that. The comand system of the Mercedes na bery werey something. We have fixed some that was just fuse, some others na the comand don spoil. Other times rat fit don chop wire somewhere.
My advice? Find a competent Merc technician to help you check it.
If you wanna do it yourself then search for COMAND fuse and your model. You should be able to get something online. Youtube can also help too.
Piyke: One other thing to keep in mind on sludge is that, a clogged PCV valve is a major contributor. I don't know that many Naija mechanics change this. That said, more cars are sludge prone even when you've done everything you should. Still not sure why I've seen more sludge on Toyota in my little experience. My basic comparison is Toyota vs Honda. I don't run a shop, so my this observation may not stand to statistical reasoning. People like Gazzuzz et al who have a large pool of cars they service would be in a better position to comment.
you are very correct on this. most mechanics don't replace it as a serviceable part. they dont even know the function. and yes it is a very high cause for sludge formation. most pcv systems are non-functional causing by-pass gases to remain in the crankcase instead of it being recycled into the combustion chamber.
sooperrescue: It seems like you are fixated on something. Folks here once accused Dru23 of destroying his Kia Rio with his extended performance oil. Mobil 1 for Toyota Honda and Nissan was made for a reason. It is like a Toyota Corolla 06 using premium unleaded fuel. A lot of people were using Castrol edge extended performance 5w30 on a Toyota 06 when the same oil is recommended for a 2018 range Rover Evoque. Oil na oil team
but the guy never mentioned if the vehicles in question here used the extended performance. Itsrm will you be kind to shed more light on the exact oil used here.
Car Talk › Re: Toyota Camry 2007 " Bambi The Queen (rest Of Mind)" by AutoMoTech(m): 4:27pm On Oct 05, 2023
