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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Androidking: 9:53pm On Jul 04, 2025
2cribz:
I got the android u looking for. The chrome doors handle.its 80k.for everuthing.
Have already changed the radio to android
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Androidking: 9:53pm On Jul 04, 2025
2cribz:
I got the android u looking for. The chrome doors handle.its 80k.for everuthing.
Have already changed the radio to android , thanks any ways
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by 2cribz: 9:55pm On Jul 04, 2025
Ok
Androidking:
Have already changed the radio to android
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by veekid(m): 12:17pm On Jul 08, 2025
Help, my toyota corolla 2004 automatic transmission won't engage in drive until after few seconds in the morning if I start the car but if I put it in reverse and other gear, it would select. Also it does delay before switching to another gear when on motion, what could be the cause?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Babatundehy: 4:20pm On Jul 08, 2025
veekid:
Help, my toyota corolla 2004 automatic transmission won't engage in drive until after few seconds in the morning if I start the car but if I put it in reverse and other gear, it would select. Also it does delay before switching to another gear when on motion, what could be the cause?
Regardless of the brand/model, What most mechanics will start with is this, check your transmission oil if it is not black, if you have enough, do a drain and refill with the recommended transmission oil if it is black and or short, see how the transmission responds to that.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by veekid(m): 5:32pm On Jul 08, 2025
Babatundehy:
Regardless of the brand/model, What most mechanics will start with is this, check your transmission oil if it is not black, if you have enough, do a drain and refill with the recommended transmission oil if it is black and or short, see how the transmission responds to that.
thanks boss
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Grupo(m): 6:25pm On Jul 08, 2025
veekid:
Help, my toyota corolla 2004 automatic transmission won't engage in drive until after few seconds in the morning if I start the car but if I put it in reverse and other gear, it would select. Also it does delay before switching to another gear when on motion, what could be the cause?
Did you do any work or repairs recently on the gear? Specifically, did you change your gear oil recently?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by veekid(m): 8:40pm On Jul 08, 2025
Grupo:
Did you do any work or repairs recently on the gear? Specifically, did you change your gear oil recently?
changed the gear oil last year, nothing has ever been done on the gear. NOTHING
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Grupo(m): 6:23am On Jul 09, 2025
veekid:
changed the gear oil last year, nothing has ever been done on the gear. NOTHING
What happened before you changed the oil? That oil change is likely the culprit.

The same thing happened to my car early this year. 2007 Corolla sport.

My left shaft cup was bad. It was changed. But in the process, some gear oil poured out.

Mechanic said we should change the oil. That it was already very black and had this burnt smell. Which was true.

I asked him to just top it off. Because from what I has read, changing gear oil when the oil already has a burnt smell and black is a recipe for disaster. Better to just keep using it like that if there is no shifting issue.

And in my case, there was no shifting issue at all.

Mechanic kept convincing me till I agreed. We bought a can of Toyota type 4 oil and changed the oil.

I would later learn the oil we even bought was fake or China. Because I got it for around 32k, while Original is even more than double that price.

Fast forward to two weeks. My gear would not engage D in the morning till after a few seconds. It didn't happen all the time, it was occasional.

As time went on, the R joined. It just kept getting worse. And the frequency of occurrence became shorter. It was getting frustrating.

I confronted my mechanic and told him it was because of the oil change which I warned him about. He was still arguing with me. Said we should bring down the gear and change the fiber.

I refused. And eventually had to sell the car as is and get something better.

I'd advise you to just close eyes and buy tokunbo gearbox.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Kennycool1: 2:06pm On Jul 09, 2025
GAZZUZZ:
This thread is dedicated to solving car related problems, it will cover all issues feel free to post problems here, Car gurus your posts are welcome and highly appreciated.
Pls, i need help

My Lexux Rx 300 keep cutting Timing belt at a week of use on each belt

belt cuts like 5 times now

What could be the Problem

Thank You
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by kingreign(m): 7:43pm On Jul 09, 2025
Kennycool1:
Pls, i need help

My Lexux Rx 300 keep cutting Timing belt at a week of use on each belt

belt cuts like 5 times now

What could be the Problem

Thank You
Check your water pump, your idler tensioner, your camshaft and crankshaft pulley. Also use genuine OE BELT. Also, check if oil is leaking into the belt


If you're in Abuja, feel free to contact me to help you do these checks.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GVTAsiwaju(m): 12:53pm On Jul 10, 2025
Camry 04 belt cuts at intervals …. Have changed almost all the pulleys , what could be the lasting solution?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Abbeyismo(m): 7:00pm On Jul 10, 2025
GVTAsiwaju:
Camry 04 belt cuts at intervals …. Have changed almost all the pulleys , what could be the lasting solution?
Do you still have the factory ac compressor or it has been replace, check if the compressor is sitting properly if not it can cause d issue.
Check power steering pump pully if it okay or not
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by 2cribz: 12:36pm On Jul 11, 2025
Its already scrap. Sell it. Rhen.
GVTAsiwaju:
Camry 04 belt cuts at intervals …. Have changed almost all the pulleys , what could be the lasting solution?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by amstamon: 1:50pm On Jul 11, 2025
I need this part ASAP for camry 2008
08038130918

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by erico2k2(m): 9:52pm On Jul 14, 2025
GVTAsiwaju:
Camry 04 belt cuts at intervals …. Have changed almost all the pulleys , what could be the lasting solution?
Something is out of alignment.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Vianna(f): 8:40am On Jul 15, 2025
Hello guys, who can recommend a good car battery for toyota matrix 2004 and the price range...

Thanks a whole lot for your anticipated input.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by ManAdii: 9:12pm On Jul 16, 2025
My people in the house. What do you guys think about 2005 Acura TSX?

Is buying the car in 2025 worth it?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by MrReeseG(m): 8:21am On Jul 17, 2025
Hello
Good morning

I need opinions on Toyota 4runner (05 and above, is it a good everyday vehicle + how's the fuel consumption like). Anybody selling?

Also, I'd like to install a smart/android screen to a toyota camry. Any idea how much this would cost
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GVTAsiwaju(m): 8:34am On Jul 17, 2025
GVTAsiwaju:
Camry 04 belt cuts at intervals …. Have changed almost all the pulleys , what could be the lasting solution?
Thank you guys! We changed the tensioner pulley cause its spring has rusted and broken….. It’s working fine for now

Traveled Akute to Ajah to and fro five different times now and nothing has happened.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Delab: 7:53pm On Jul 19, 2025
Hi everyone,
I noticed my Toyota Corolla 2011 automatic pulls back a bit when trying to accelerate after a slow down or for instance in a traffic light stop. I have had the catalyst replaced 2 years ago and ever then since a check engine and trac off light has refused to go off. The attached codes come up when I scanned the car.
Also had to service the gear by replacing the oil with ATF WS last week due to an accidental spill during a fan change.
Kindly point me to what could cause this and how to remedy it.
Thanks

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by 2cribz: 3:12pm On Jul 20, 2025
Sell it off. It has b3come scrap
Delab:
Hi everyone,
I noticed my Toyota Corolla 2011 automatic pulls back a bit when trying to accelerate after a slow down or for instance in a traffic light stop. I have had the catalyst replaced 2 years ago and ever then since a check engine and trac off light has refused to go off. The attached codes come up when I scanned the car.
Also had to service the gear by replacing the oil with ATF WS last week due to an accidental spill during a fan change.
Kindly point me to what could cause this and how to remedy it.
Thanks
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by ManAdii:
Who knows the price of castrol edge engine oil?
I'm seeing different prices online including jumia and konga.

I no wan buy fake.

Attached is the price from jumia

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by dru23(m): 10:23am On Jul 22, 2025
ManAdii:
Who knows the price of castrol edge engine oil?
I'm seeing different prices online including jumia and konga.

I no wan buy fake.

Attached is the price from jumia
Check my signature
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by VelvetVoyager: 10:56am On Jul 22, 2025
Yo, this is a dope thread for all us car folks! Got a weird noise, a check engine light, or just need advice on your ride? I’m hyped to see the car gurus drop their knowledge here. I’ll start—my old Corolla’s been making a rattling sound when I accelerate. Any ideas? Let’s get this thread rolling with fixes and tips!
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by ganie(m): 7:23am On Jul 26, 2025
Richhard:
Good day bosses, please where can I get a

Tyre Inflator
Digital Tyre Pressure Gauge
Obd scanner

Online/ on nairaland?
I have a very good tyre inflator that has a vacuum cleaner and also a digital pressure gauge.

08027529130
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by 2cribz: 11:19am On Jul 26, 2025
How much
ganie:
I have a very good tyre inflator that has a vacuum cleaner and also a digital pressure gauge.

08027529130
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by LEOSIRSIR(m): 1:44pm On Jul 28, 2025
Hi guys,
Does anyone know how much an android screen for a toyota 10 would cost at Ladipo?

Thanks
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by czar2k16(m): 2:39pm On Jul 28, 2025
LEOSIRSIR:
Hi guys,
Does anyone know how much an android screen for a toyota 10 would cost at Ladipo?

Thanks
Toyota 10?!!! 😕
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by onlinediva: 12:32pm On Jul 29, 2025
czar2k16:
Toyota 10?!!! 😕
He meant 2010
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